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Honey Lime Cilantro Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw and Avocado

Honey Lime Cilantro Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw and Avocado


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5.2 from 23 reviews

  • Author: Patricia
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Honey Lime Cilantro Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw and Avocado are a delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, wrapped in a soft tortilla and drizzled with extra sauciness.


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 lime (zested and juiced)
  • 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 dry shrimp and season. Cook in a skillet until opaque. Add lime zest, juice, honey, and cilantro.
  2. Slaw: Combine cabbage, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and salt in a bowl. Toss to coat.
  3. Assembly: Warm tortillas, add slaw, shrimp, sauce, avocado, and lime. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Tacos
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: Approx. 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg