Description
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos are a zesty and flavorful dish featuring marinated shrimp, fresh toppings, and warm corn tortillas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the shrimp evenly. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- While the shrimp is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place a few shrimp on each tortilla, then top with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of spicy mayo on top of the tacos.
- Substitute shrimp with grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg