Name: Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime); 2 tablespoons lime juice (from that same lime); 2 tablespoons honey; ½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped; 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage; ½ cup Greek yogurt; 2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 whole lime); Avocado, sliced; 8 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour); Extra lime wedges, for serving

Description

These tacos combine bright, citrusy flavors with smoky shrimp and a cool, creamy slaw, making them perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime)
2 tablespoons lime juice (from that same lime)
2 tablespoons honey
½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped
3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
½ cup Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 whole lime)
Avocado, sliced
8 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour)
Extra lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 1.5 to 2 minutes until the edges turn opaque. Flip and cook for another 1 to 1.5 minutes until cooked through.
Remove from heat and toss the shrimp with lime zest, lime juice, honey, and chopped cilantro.
In a medium bowl, combine shredded cabbage and chopped cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and toss until coated.
Warm the tortillas and assemble by layering creamy slaw, shrimp, and avocado on each tortilla. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For a spicier kick, consider adding sriracha to the shrimp glaze or jalapeños to the slaw. Keep the slaw fresh by dressing it just before serving.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 10
Category: Main Course
Method: Searing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 350
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 220mg

Keywords: shrimp tacos, cilantro lime, summer dinner, creamy slaw