Shrimp Tacos That Bring the Beach Home
Shrimp Tacos That Bring the Beach Home are a delightful way to savor coastal flavors right in your kitchen. Juicy, marinated shrimp nestled in warm tortillas and topped with creamy avocado, crunchy cabbage, and zesty lime create a perfect bite that transports you to sunny shores. Ideal for casual gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, these tacos can be easily customized to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Coastal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thaw shrimp if frozen, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, lime juice, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Let marinate for up to 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for about 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Warm tortillas; layer with cabbage, cooked shrimp, avocado slices, and drizzle with a sauce made from sour cream/yogurt mixed with lime juice and cilantro.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg