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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw Recipe

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw Recipe

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5.1 from 15 reviews

These Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw are a burst of flavor in every bite. Juicy shrimp coated in a tangy cilantro lime sauce, nestled in a creamy slaw, all wrapped in a warm tortilla – a perfect marriage of textures and tastes!

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Shrimp:

  • 1 lb wild-caught shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped

The Rest:

  • 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Avocado, sliced
  • 8 6-inch tortillas (corn or flour)
  • Extra lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Shrimp: Pat shrimp dry, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cook in a skillet with olive oil. Add butter, lime zest, lime juice, honey, and cilantro. Simmer until thickened.
  2. Slaw: Combine cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Assembly: Warm tortillas, add slaw, shrimp, cilantro lime sauce, avocado, and lime. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For ingredient substitutions and tips, refer to the post above.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Tacos
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg