Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw offer a vibrant and refreshing twist on traditional tacos. This delightful dish features succulent shrimp marinated in zesty lime and fresh cilantro, complemented by a creamy slaw that adds crunch and flavor. Wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with slices of avocado, these tacos are perfect for weeknight dinners, summer barbecues, or impressing guests. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are a healthy choice packed with protein and fiber. Enjoy the explosion of tastes in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
- ½ bunch cilantro, chopped
- olive oil
- butter
- honey
- smoked paprika
- garlic powder
- chili powder
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp: Mix salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, honey, and chopped cilantro in a bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat; let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Make slaw: In another bowl, combine cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, and lime juice. Mix well.
- Cook shrimp: Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp in a single layer; cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink.
- Assemble tacos: Warm tortillas and fill each with shrimp, creamy slaw, and avocado slices. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg