Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw, a perfect dish for any occasion. These easy-to-make tacos feature succulent, marinated shrimp bursting with zesty cilantro and lime, paired with a creamy slaw that adds crunch and freshness. Wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with buttery avocado, they make an impressive meal for gatherings or a cozy night in. With just 20 minutes of prep time and customizable toppings, these tacos are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 tacos per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb wild-caught shrimp
- teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- cup Greek yogurt
- 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
- Sliced avocado
- teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- bunch cilantro, finely chopped
- 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- Extra lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine salt, smoked paprika, lime juice, olive oil, butter, honey, and shrimp. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 34 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- In another bowl, mix shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, Greek yogurt, and lime juice to create the creamy slaw.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with slaw, shrimp, and sliced avocado.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg