5 from 174 votes
Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Lime Bacon Slaw
These shrimp tacos feature seasoned, sautéed shrimp paired with a crisp and tangy cilantro lime bacon slaw. The slaw combines green cabbage, crumbled crispy bacon, fresh cilantro, olive oil, and lime juice, creating a bright contrast to the smoky, spiced shrimp. Served in tortillas with avocado slices and a drizzle of lime crema, they balance savory, fresh, and creamy elements.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings:
8
tacos
Calories:
378 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
Shrimp
- 1 pound Shrimp shells removed and deveined, large raw
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Slaw
- 8 ounces Bacon
- ¼ green cabbage core removed and thinly sliced, medium
- 2 cups (not packed) cilantro roughly chopped, leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
To Assemble & Garnish
- 8 tortillas
- 1 avocado large
- lime crema
- lime wedges
- cilantro extra leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay the bacon on top. Cook the bacon for 18-20 minutes, or until crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to dry, then crumble into pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cabbage, crumbled bacon, cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the raw shrimp, chipotle powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and olive oil, until well coated.
- Heat a sauté pan on medium heat and cook the shrimp for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Alternatively, you can grill the shrimp.
- Assemble the tacos by adding several pieces of shrimp and topping with a spoonful of slaw, a few slices of avocado, and a drizzle of lime crema.
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Notes
- Oven-bake bacon on parchment for consistent crispiness, then crumble for the slaw.
- If preferred, substitute the lime crema with a chipotle sauce for a smoky alternative.
- Simply Organic spices are recommended to enhance the seasoning for shrimp.
Nutrition Information
Calories
378kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
19g
(38%)
Fat
25g
(38%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
162mg
(54%)
Sodium
845mg
(35%)
Potassium
350mg
(7%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
386IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
18mg
(20%)
Calcium
135mg
(14%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 378
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 378kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 19g | 38% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 162mg | 54% |
| Sodium | 845mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 386IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 18mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 135mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.