Shrimp Tacos with Avocado & Lime Slaw
Spiced seared shrimp served in crisp lettuce wraps, topped with a refreshing avocado-lime slaw featuring crisp cucumber and cabbage.
Ingredients
For the Shrimp:
6 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 Tbsp butter
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Slaw:
½ cup shredded green cabbage
¼ cup cucumber, julienned
1 Tbsp avocado, mashed
1 tsp lime juice
1 tsp olive oil
½ clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Tacos:
4–5 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves (for wrapping)
1 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
Extra lime wedges, for serving
Macronutrients
Protein: 38g
Fat: 25g
Carbs: 6g
Preparation
Cook the shrimp: Toss shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Heat butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until opaque and lightly browned. Set aside.
Make the slaw: In a bowl, mix cabbage, julienned cucumber, mashed avocado, lime juice, olive oil, and garlic. Toss well and season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the tacos: Lay out the lettuce leaves. Spoon in slaw, top with shrimp, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
SDLHP (95lbs)
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