Low Carb Shrimp Tacos
Delight your taste buds with these vibrant and healthy Low Carb Shrimp Tacos, a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic! Perfectly seasoned shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and paprika before being pan-seared for a wonderfully smoky and juicy finish. Served on crisp lettuce leaves instead of tortillas, these tacos are packed with fresh and colorful toppings, including creamy avocado slices, juicy cherry tomatoes, sharp red onion, and a sprinkle of fragrant cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe makes for a light yet satisfying meal that’s gluten-free, keto-friendly, and bursting with flavors. Pair them with your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick and enjoy a wholesome dinner or lunch that checks all the right boxes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 piece lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces romaine or iceberg lettuce leaves
- 1 piece avocado, sliced
- 10 pieces cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 0.25 piece red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to ensure they're well coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the lettuce leaves by rinsing them gently and patting dry. Lay them flat on a serving platter.
Assemble the tacos by placing a few shrimp onto each lettuce leaf. Top with slices of avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Sprinkle each taco with fresh cilantro and a dash of hot sauce if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low carb shrimp tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 462 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 785 mg | 17% | |
*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.
