Keto Shrimp Tacos
Take your taco night to the next level with these mouthwatering Keto Shrimp Tacos—perfect for anyone following a low-carb or ketogenic diet. Succulent shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of chili powder, cumin, garlic, and lime juice, then cooked to perfection in buttery goodness. Served on crisp romaine lettuce leaves in place of traditional tortillas, these tacos are loaded with fresh and vibrant toppings like sliced avocado, crunchy red cabbage, and fragrant cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe offers a healthy, flavorful, and gluten-free twist on classic shrimp tacos. Whether you're looking for a satisfying dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, these keto tacos are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium jalapeño, sliced (optional)
Instructions
In a bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the minced garlic and lime juice to form a marinade.
Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat them in the marinade. Let them sit for 10 minutes.
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet.
Cook the shrimp for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
To assemble the tacos, lay the romaine lettuce leaves flat on a serving plate.
Evenly distribute the cooked shrimp across the lettuce leaves.
Top each taco with sliced avocado, shredded red cabbage, and chopped cilantro.
If desired, add jalapeño slices for extra spice.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your keto-friendly shrimp tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.1 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1011 mg | 337% | |
| Sodium | 1979 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 127.9 g | 256% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 512 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2737 mg | 58% | |
*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.
