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The Best Summer Shrimp Tacos with Creamy Cilantro-Lime Sauce

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These summer shrimp tacos with creamy cilantro-lime sauce are fresh, zesty, and ready in under 20 minutes—juicy, spiced shrimp paired with a cool, tangy sauce for the ultimate light and flavorful summer dinner.

Ingredients

  • For the shrimp:
  • 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • For the creamy cilantro-lime sauce:
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For serving:
  • 8–10 small tortillas (corn or flour)
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage or lettuce
  • 1 avocado, sliced (or 1/2 cup guacamole)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss shrimp in marinade; let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. For the sauce, combine mayonnaise, sour cream (or yogurt), cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; mix until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
  4. Warm tortillas and assemble: layer cabbage or lettuce, avocado, shrimp, and tomatoes or pico de gallo.
  5. Drizzle with creamy cilantro-lime sauce and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Swap cabbage for mango salsa for sweetness.
  • Add pickled onions for tang.
  • Grill shrimp for smoky flavor.
  • Add cayenne or hot sauce for extra heat.
  • Sauce can be made several hours ahead for deeper flavor.

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