Description
These Spicy Shrimp Tacos are perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner, featuring juicy shrimp and a creamy avocado slaw—ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra spice)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Avocado Slaw:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt (or vegan alternative)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings:
- Fresh lime wedges
- Salsa or hot sauce
- Extra cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Let sit while you prepare the slaw.
- For the avocado slaw, mash the avocado in a bowl and mix in the lime juice, Greek yogurt, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the shredded cabbage and cilantro, tossing to coat evenly.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Assemble the tacos by layering the avocado slaw and shrimp in each tortilla.
- Top with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, and salsa or hot sauce.
Notes
- Swap the shrimp for grilled chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
- You can prepare the slaw ahead of time for faster assembly.
- Add sliced jalapeños for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 145mg