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Colorful shrimp tacos arranged on a rustic plate with fresh avocado slices, shredded cabbage, and lime wedges, garnished with cilantro on a vibrant table setting with natural light.

Quick and Easy Shrimp Tacos for Weeknights

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Delicious shrimp tacos packed with fresh flavors and easy to prepare, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, sour cream

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss shrimp with chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook shrimp until pink and cooked through, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft.
  4. Assemble tacos by placing cooked shrimp on tortillas, topping with shredded cabbage, avocado slices, and your favorite extras.
  5. Squeeze lime over the tacos and garnish with cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute other seafood like fish fillets for shrimp.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a healthier option.
  • For extra spice, add jalapenos or hot sauce.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 220 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg