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Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

Savory Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa for a Fresh Feast

Enjoy these Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa, a vibrant and satisfying summer dish that's quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 8 tortillas white corn tortillas gluten-free options available
  • 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled or Queso Fresco
  • 1 cup mango salsa fresh mango, red pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, red onion, lime juice
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Mango Salsa Preparation
  1. Dice the fresh mango, red pepper, jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro into small pieces. Combine in a bowl with lime juice and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
Sauce Mixing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, and lime juice. Adjust consistency with cold water if necessary.
Shrimp Seasoning
  1. In a bowl, sprinkle taco seasoning over shrimp and marinate for 5 minutes.
Shrimp Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with oil. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2 minutes on each side.
Tortilla Toasting
  1. Toast tortillas on an open flame or in a hot skillet for 10-20 seconds on each side.
Taco Assembly
  1. Assemble tacos starting with a tortilla, then layering red cabbage, mango salsa, cooked shrimp, diced avocado, Cotija cheese, and drizzle with sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with lime wedges and optional tortilla chips or light salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure shrimp turns pink without overcooking; add diced avocado just before serving to maintain freshness.

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