Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Name: Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 12 jumbo shrimp; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 3 tablespoons cilantro; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 8 corn tortillas; 3 tomatoes; 1 tablespoon red onion; 1 tablespoon cilantro; ½ jalapeños; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon olive oil; ½ teaspoon sea salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; ½ teaspoon ground cumin

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Marinate Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4
Calories
220 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Iris Warren

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These easy cilantro lime shrimp tacos are packed with flavor and ready in just 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings

For the Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos

12 jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
3 tablespoons cilantro chopped
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 corn tortillas

For the Fresh Tomato Salsa

3 tomatoes chopped
1 tablespoon red onion chopped
1 tablespoon cilantro chopped
½ jalapeños chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon olive oil
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin

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Instructions

To make the marinade, combine the olive oil, lime juice, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, sea salt, and ground black pepper in a medium mixing bowl.
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the marinade.
Let the shrimp marinate for about 15 minutes at room temperature while you prepare the salsa.
To make the salsa, combine the chopped tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, and jalapeño in a small bowl.
Add the lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, ground black pepper, and ground cumin.
Toss the ingredients gently until well mixed. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
You can cook these tacos on the grill, on the stove, or in the air fryer. If you are grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If you are pan-frying, preheat a large skillet on medium-high heat. If you are air-frying, preheat the air fryer at 400 degrees F for 3 minutes.
Once your chosen cooking device is preheated, place the marinated shrimp in it. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking the shrimp, as they can become tough and rubbery.
While the shrimp are cooking, warm your tortillas. You can wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave them for 20-30 seconds.
Once the shrimp are cooked and the tortillas are warmed, it's time to assemble your tacos. Place a few spoonfuls of the tomato salsa in each tortilla. Top with the cilantro lime shrimp.
You can add any other toppings of your choice, such as avocado, lettuce, or a drizzle of sour cream.

Notes

If you can't find jumbo shrimp or are too pricey, you can use smaller shrimp. They'll cook faster, so keep a close eye on them.
Store-bought salsa also works fine for your tacos.
I like to use a lot of cilantro for the marinade because I love the flavor, but if you're not a fan, you can use less or swap it out for another herb like parsley or basil.
Fifteen minutes of marinating is enough to give the shrimp extra flavor. Don't leave the shrimp in the marinade for more than 30 minutes, as the lime juice can start to "cook" the shrimp.
If you prefer less heat in your salsa, omit the jalapeño or use only a tiny amount. Alternatively, add more if you like extra spice!
Soft corn tortillas work great for this recipe, but you can also use flour tortillas for a slightly different texture.
If you can't find jumbo shrimp or are too pricey, you can use smaller shrimp. They'll cook faster, so keep a close eye on them.
Store-bought salsa also works fine for your tacos.
I like to use a lot of cilantro for the marinade because I love the flavor, but if you're not a fan, you can use less or swap it out for another herb like parsley or basil.
Fifteen minutes of marinating is enough to give the shrimp extra flavor. Don't leave the shrimp in the marinade for more than 30 minutes, as the lime juice can start to "cook" the shrimp.
If you prefer less heat in your salsa, omit the jalapeño or use only a tiny amount. Alternatively, add more if you like extra spice!
Soft corn tortillas work great for this recipe, but you can also use flour tortillas for a slightly different texture.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 220kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 76mg (25%) Sodium 951mg (40%) Potassium 422mg (12%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 938IU (19%) Vitamin C 18mg (20%) Calcium 94mg (9%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 220 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	220kcal	11%
Carbohydrates	29g	10%
Protein	12g	24%
Fat	7g	11%
Saturated Fat	1g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	4g	20%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	76mg	25%
Sodium	951mg	40%
Potassium	422mg	9%
Fiber	5g	20%
Sugar	3g	6%
Vitamin A	938IU	19%
Vitamin C	18mg	20%
Calcium	94mg	9%
Iron	1mg	6%