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Colorful shrimp tacos arranged on a rustic wooden plate, topped with vibrant red and green salsa, sliced avocado, and fresh cilantro. The tacos are wrapped in soft corn tortillas, with crispy shrimp visible, garnished with lime wedges and a side of chopped vegetables, styled for a bright, inviting presentation.

Simple Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Salsa

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These easy shrimp tacos are a quick and flavorful meal, featuring succulent shrimp topped with fresh salsa, creamy avocado, and crispy tortillas, perfect for a light and satisfying lunch or dinner.

  • 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 fresh salsa
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season shrimp with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  5. Assemble tacos by placing shrimp on tortillas, topping with salsa, avocado slices, and cilantro.
  6. Finish with a squeeze of lime and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to add sliced red onion, shredded lettuce, or a touch of hot sauce for extra flavor. For a gluten-free option, ensure tortillas are 100% corn.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop, Assembly
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg