Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of these quick and easy shrimp tacos! Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines juicy, seasoned shrimp with crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, and a zesty sauce—all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these tacos are not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste. Elevate your meal with fresh toppings and enjoy a nutritious option packed with protein and vegetables. Your family and friends will love every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- ½ small red or green cabbage, shredded
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream + mayonnaise)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon sriracha sauce (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup Cotija cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, sriracha, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt for the sauce. Thin with water if necessary.
- Pat shrimp dry; season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until pink.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
- Assemble tacos by layering cabbage, avocado slices, cooked shrimp, taco sauce, cilantro, and Cotija cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (about 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 185mg