Name: Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: ¼ cup oil; ½ cup chopped green onions; ½ cup cilantro leaves; 2 cloves garlic; ½ tsp salt; Juice of 2 limes; ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; ¼ cup water (optional for thinning); 2 tsp chili powder; 2 tsp cumin; ½ tsp onion powder; ½ tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp cayenne pepper; 1 tsp coarse sea salt; 1 lb large shrimp (peeled & deveined); 2–3 cups shredded cabbage; 8 small tortillas (corn or flour); 2 avocados; ¼ cup Cotija cheese; Lime wedges (for serving)

Description

Vibrant shrimp tacos with a zesty cilantro lime sauce, tender shrimp, creamy avocado, and crispy cabbage. Ready in 25 minutes, these family-friendly tacos combine bold flavors and healthy ingredients for a quick meal perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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Garlic Cilantro Lime Sauce:
¼ cup oil
½ cup chopped green onions
½ cup cilantro leaves
2 cloves garlic
½ tsp salt
Juice of 2 limes
½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
¼ cup water (optional for thinning)
Shrimp Spice Mix:
2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp cumin
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp coarse sea salt
For the tacos:
1 lb large shrimp (peeled & deveined)
2–3 cups shredded cabbage
8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
2 avocados
¼ cup Cotija cheese
Lime wedges (for serving)

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Instructions

Prepare garlic cilantro lime sauce by blending all sauce ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth
Mix shrimp spice blend in a small bowl (chili powder, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, salt)
Season shrimp with spice mix and sauté in a skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of oil until just pink (2-3 minutes per side)
Toast tortillas in a dry skillet or warm oven until pliable
Layer cooked shrimp, shredded cabbage, and a dollop of cilantro lime sauce onto each tortilla
Top with sliced avocado and crumbled Cotija cheese
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side

Notes

For a chunkier sauce, pulse the cilantro and green onions in the blender instead of pureeing completely
To reduce spice, omit cayenne pepper or add a splash more water to dilute the sauce
Use corn tortillas for a lighter option, or flour for a softer texture
Store leftover sauce in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 4 days
Substitute corn for wheat with gluten-free tortillas if needed

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 300
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 1800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 150mg