Low Carb Shrimp Taco
Dive into guilt-free indulgence with these flavorful Low Carb Shrimp Tacos, the perfect combination of fresh, zesty ingredients and bold, smoky spices. Juicy, seasoned shrimp are pan-seared and nestled into crisp romaine lettuce leaves for a healthy, gluten-free twist on traditional tacos. Topped with a vibrant cilantro-lime slaw, creamy avocado slices, and a tangy, spicy sour cream sauce, every bite bursts with texture and a kick of mouthwatering zest. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or light, satisfying meals. Whether you're eating keto or simply want a wholesome dinner that doesn't skimp on flavor, these shrimp tacos are sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 8 large leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 cup Red cabbage, shredded
- 1 medium Carrot, shredded
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Place shrimp in a large bowl and add the spice mixture to coat evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
Remove the shrimp from the heat and squeeze fresh lime juice over them.
To make the slaw, combine shredded red cabbage, shredded carrot, and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
In a small bowl, mix sour cream with hot sauce to taste to make a spicy cream sauce.
Assemble tacos by placing shrimp into the romaine lettuce leaves.
Top each taco with a generous amount of slaw, a few slices of avocado, and a drizzle of the spicy cream sauce.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb shrimp tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.9 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 1987 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 119.2 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2901 mg | 62% | |
*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.
