Whole30 Shrimp Taco
If you're craving a healthy twist on tacos, these Whole30 Shrimp Tacos are the perfect fit! Packed with bold flavors, this recipe features plump, marinated shrimp seasoned with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and lime juice, then quickly seared to perfection in just minutes. Instead of traditional tortillas, crisp and refreshing romaine lettuce leaves serve as the taco base, making this dish gluten-free, grain-free, and Whole30-compliant. Topped with creamy avocado slices, crunchy red cabbage, tangy red onion, and fresh cilantro, these tacos are a balanced blend of textures and flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, they're perfect for meal prep or a light yet satisfying dinner. Pair them with lime wedges for a bright, zesty finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 large leaves romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice to create the marinade.
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Allow the shrimp to marinate for at least 5 minutes.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
To assemble the tacos, place a few shrimp on each romaine lettuce leaf.
Top with sliced avocado, red cabbage, cilantro, and red onion.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1081 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1768 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 119.5 g | 239% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 3041 mg | 65% | |
*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.
