Blackened Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
3 mins
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Total Time
18 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
415 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Blackened Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa
Description
Blackened Cajun Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa begin by coating peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp in Cajun seasoning, then pan-searing them in olive oil until just cooked and slightly charred. This method imparts smoky Cajun spice flavor and a tender shrimp texture.
The accompanying avocado salsa mixes diced Roma tomatoes, corn kernels, black beans, diced red onion, avocado chunks, chopped cilantro, and lime juice, seasoned with salt and pepper. This salsa adds freshness, creaminess, and a variety of textures that complement the spicy shrimp.
The components are assembled in flour tortillas, layered with salsa and shrimp, and optionally topped with crumbled feta cheese for extra tang. The tacos offer a balance of spicy, smoky shrimp and bright, creamy salsa in each bite, making them suitable for flavorful weeknight dinners or gatherings.
This dish is best served immediately after assembly to maintain the textures and prevent tortillas from becoming soggy.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp you can also remove the tails if you prefer, jumbo, peeled and deveined
- 1 Tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Avocado salsa:
- 3 Roma tomato diced
- (1) corn 11-ounce can, drained
- (1) black beans 15 ounce can, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 red onion diced
- 2 avocado diced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- lime juice juice of one lime
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- feta cheese optional topping, crumbled
- 4-6 flour tortillas
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl add the shrimp and cajun seasoning. Toss until coated. In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add olive oil and shrimp. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until no longer pink.
- To make the avocado salsa: Add the tomatoes, corn, black beans, red onion, avocado, lime juice and cilantro to a bowl. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the tacos dividing the avocado salsa and topping with shrimp. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and serve immediately.
Notes
- If preferred, remove shrimp tails before cooking for easier eating.
- Serve tacos promptly after assembling to keep tortillas from getting soggy and maintain the salsa’s fresh texture.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning amount to control the spice level based on personal preference.
- Feta cheese topping is optional but adds a creamy, tangy contrast to the spicy shrimp and fresh salsa.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 415 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 415kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 875mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 830mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1668IU | 33% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 130mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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