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Colorful shrimp tacos plated on a rustic wooden surface, topped with fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, and creamy sauce. Bright yellow and red peppers add vibrancy, while soft corn tortillas hold the succulent shrimp and crunchy vegetables, styled casually for a fresh, inviting look.

Quick and Easy Shrimp Tacos for Weeknights

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A quick and easy shrimp taco recipe perfect for weeknights, packed with flavor and fresh toppings.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss shrimp in the mixture and sauté over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  2. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with a squeeze of lime until smooth.
  3. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave briefly.
  4. Assemble tacos by placing shrimp onto each tortilla, topping with diced tomatoes, cilantro, and a drizzle of lime mayo.
  5. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.

Notes

  • Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for a day.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg
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