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A close-up of high protein shrimp tacos with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Quick way to grow high protein shrimp tacos

These quick shrimp tacos are packed with protein and flavor, making for a healthy and delicious meal ready in no time.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Taco Ingredients
  • 1 lb Shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp Taco seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 8 count Corn tortillas
  • 2 cups Cabbage shredded
  • 1 count Avocado sliced
Lime Crema
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Lime juice
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic powder

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Shrimp Preparation
  1. In a bowl, toss the shrimp with taco seasoning and olive oil until evenly coated.
Cooking Shrimp
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
Prepare Lime Crema
  1. While the shrimp cooks, whisk together Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic powder in a small bowl for the lime crema.
Assemble Tacos
  1. Warm the corn tortillas according to package instructions. Fill each tortilla with cooked shrimp, shredded cabbage, sliced avocado, and a drizzle of lime crema.

Notes

For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the taco seasoning. You can also use flour tortillas instead of corn.