Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Zesty Lime Slaw
Smoky grilled shrimp paired with a tangy, zesty lime slaw, all wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal
Equipment
- 1 Grill or grill pan
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting board
Ingredients
- ½ pound shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 small tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
- While the shrimp are grilling, make the slaw. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, and chopped cilantro. Mix well.
- Warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble the tacos by placing some slaw on each tortilla, topping with grilled shrimp, and serving with lime wedges.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp seasoning.
- You can swap the cabbage for a pre-shredded coleslaw mix to save time.