Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos

Recipe by Daily Disher

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos feature perfectly seasoned shrimp with cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes, tossed in fresh lime juice and cilantro, then topped with crisp lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and creamy sour cream.

Course: Main

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: Easy

Servings

Prep time

30 minutes

Cooking time

40 minutes

Calories

300 kcal

1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon cumin

½ teaspoon paprika

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 lime, juiced

¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

8 corn tortillas

1 cup shredded lettuce

½ cup cherry tomatoes, sliced

¼ cup sour cream

Directions

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add shrimp to the skillet, and season with cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook shrimp until pink and opaque throughout.

Squeeze lime juice over the cooked shrimp, and toss with cilantro until well coated and evenly distributed.

Heat corn tortillas in a pan over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or until warm and pliable.

Assemble tacos by placing shrimp onto each tortilla, and top with shredded lettuce, sliced cherry tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream.

Serve immediately, and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of the cilantro lime shrimp tacos with your choice of sides.

Nutrition Facts

Total number of serves:

4 servings

Calories:

300kcal

Cholesterol:

0mg

Sodium:

620mg

Potassium:

400mg

Sugar:

Protein:

Calcium:

60mg

Iron:

2mg

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos

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