Delicious Lime Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa

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Delicious Lime Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 30, 2024

These lime shrimp tacos are a burst of tropical flavors with juicy shrimp marinated in lime juice, garlic, and cilantro, topped with a vibrant mango salsa. Perfect for a summer meal or Taco Tuesday, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 mango, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado slices, lime wedges

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine shrimp, lime juice, garlic, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, mix together mango, red onion, jalapeno, tomato, and avocado to make the salsa.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave according to package instructions.
  5. To assemble tacos, fill each tortilla with shrimp, mango salsa, and desired toppings.
  6. Serve lime shrimp tacos with mango salsa hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Shrimp is a low-calorie, high-protein seafood option that is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Mango salsa adds a refreshing sweetness to balance the zesty lime shrimp in these tacos.
  • Avocado is a great source of healthy fats and adds creaminess to the tacos.