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Healthy grilled shrimp tacos with fresh cilantro and lime

Best way to grow healthy grilled shrimp tacos recipe 27

These grilled shrimp tacos are a delicious and healthy meal option, perfect for a quick dinner or entertaining. The shrimp are marinated and grilled to perfection, then served in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp:
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the Tacos:
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 diced avocado
  • 0.5 cup salsa
  • 1 lime wedges

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • grill or grill pan
  • skewers

Method
 

Marinate the Shrimp:
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the shrimp, olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; toss to coat and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
Grill the Shrimp:
  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, then thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers.
Cook the Shrimp:
  1. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and cooked through.
Assemble the Tacos:
  1. Warm the tortillas according to package instructions, then fill each with grilled shrimp, shredded cabbage, diced avocado, and salsa.
Serve:
  1. Serve the tacos immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of smoked paprika to the shrimp marinade. You can also customize your toppings with fresh cilantro, hot sauce, or a drizzle of crema.