Shrimp Tacos
These shrimp tacos are a flavorful explosion that will elevate any meal, from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. With tender, spiced shrimp nestled in warm tortillas and topped with creamy avocado and zesty yogurt-lime sauce, each bite is both refreshing and satisfying. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy taco recipe is perfect for busy nights or impromptu get-togethers. Customize the toppings to suit your taste, and enjoy a healthy dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (2 tacos each) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- ½ cabbage (shredded or use coleslaw mix)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or 5 tbsp sour cream + 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Mix until smooth; add water to thin if desired.
- In another bowl, toss shrimp with smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Layer tortillas with cabbage, shrimp, avocado slices, and drizzle with yogurt-lime sauce. Top with Cotija cheese and cilantro.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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