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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Slaw

These fresh and zesty shrimp tacos are packed with flavor from smoky, citrusy shrimp tossed in a honey-lime glaze. Paired with a tangy Greek yogurt slaw and creamy avocado, each bite wraps bold flavor into a warm tortilla—perfect for a quick and vibrant weeknight dinner.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time28 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: cilantro lime shrimp, creamy slaw tacos, easy taco recipe, healthy shrimp tacos, seafood tacos, shrimp tacos
Servings: 4
Calories: 429kcal

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb wild-caught shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest from 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice from the same lime
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ bunch cilantro finely chopped

For the Slaw:

  • 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
  • ½ bunch cilantro finely chopped
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice from 1 whole lime
  • Pinch of salt

For the Tacos:

  • 8 small 6-inch corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Extra lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Shrimp

  • Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel. In a mixing bowl, toss shrimp with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add shrimp in a single layer (cook in batches if needed) and sear for about 90 seconds per side, or until opaque and slightly caramelized.
  • Reduce heat to low, then stir in butter, lime zest, lime juice, and honey. Simmer shrimp in the sauce for 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.

Make the Slaw

  • In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and a pinch of salt.
  • Toss until everything is evenly coated and the slaw has a light, creamy consistency.

Assemble the Tacos

  • Warm tortillas using your preferred method (microwave, oven, or over a gas flame for charring).
  • Add a scoop of slaw and 4–6 shrimp to each tortilla.
  • Spoon some of the honey-lime glaze from the pan over the shrimp.
  • Top with sliced avocado and a squeeze of lime.
  • Serve immediately.