Honey Lime Shrimp Tacos
Dive into bold, zesty flavors with these Honey Lime Shrimp Tacos, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy in every bite. Tender shrimp are marinated in a mouthwatering mixture of honey, fresh lime juice, vibrant lime zest, and warming spices like chili powder and cumin, then quickly seared to perfection for a caramelized finish. Nestled in warm tortillas and topped with crunchy red cabbage, creamy avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and optional crumbled cotija cheese, these tacos strike a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner idea or a fresh twist for Taco Tuesday. Add lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrusy brightness!
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 3 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp Lime zest
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 8 pieces Corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup Red cabbage (thinly shredded)
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 unit Avocado (sliced)
- 0.25 cup Crumbled cotija cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and are cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame until pliable and slightly charred, about 10-15 seconds per side.
Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp on each tortilla. Top with shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese (if using).
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for added zing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 227 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 753 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 651 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
