Shrimp Tacos
Juicy, seasoned shrimp loaded in a softshell with cabbage, avocado and a cilantro lime dressing makes the ultimate shrimp taco.
Servings: 6 tacos
Calories: 317kcal
Ingredients
Shrimp Tacos
- 1 pound raw medium or large shrimp peeled and deveined, fresh or frozen (thawed first if using frozen)
- 1-2 Tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
- ½ Tablespoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 small tortillas 6-inches each
- 1 ½ cups red cabbage cut into thin strips
- 1 avocado diced
- Fresh cilantro for topping chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Cilantro Lime Dressing
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 small minced garlic clove or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp to a zip top bag (recommended) or a medium bowl. Add the spice mixture to the shrimp and toss until they are completely coated.
- Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil and the shrimp to the skillet. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the outside is slightly browned and the shrimp is cooked through.
- While the shrimp is cooking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 10-20 seconds, until they are soft and pliable.
- Assemble the tacos by placing ¼ cup of the sliced red cabbage, the diced avocado, and 5-6 shrimp. Drizzle with the dressing and top with extra freshly chopped cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side and enjoy your delicious shrimp tacos with homemade dressing!
Notes
To store these tacos, you need keep all of the ingredients separate.
Store shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. The dressing will last about 3-4 days in the fridge as well.
Nutrition
Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 396mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 514IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 2mg