Heart-Healthy Spicy Prawn Tacos

Elevate your taco night with these Heart-Healthy Spicy Prawn Tacos, a perfect balance of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring tender, chili-seasoned prawns sautéed to perfection and paired with a creamy avocado Greek yogurt crema, these tacos are as nutritious as they are indulgent. A tangy red cabbage slaw adds crunch, while fresh cilantro and green onion brighten every bite. Served on warm whole-grain tortillas, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or light entertaining. With its high-protein prawns, heart-healthy fats, and vibrant spices, this dish proves that healthy eating can be full of zest and excitement.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 3

Ingredients

• 300 grams Raw prawns (peeled, deveined)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 large Avocado (ripe)
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (low-fat)
• 1 cup Red cabbage (thinly shredded)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 stalks Green onion (chopped)
• 6 small Whole-grain tortillas
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the prawns. Place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

In the bowl, add olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin powder, paprika, and a squeeze of 1 tablespoon lime juice. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat the prawns evenly and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the prawns are marinating, prepare the avocado crema. In a small bowl, mash the avocado until smooth. Stir in Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.

Step 4

In another small bowl, toss the shredded red cabbage with 1 teaspoon lime juice and a pinch of salt. This will slightly soften the cabbage and add a tangy flavor.

Step 5

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated prawns and cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and fully cooked. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Warm the whole-grain tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for a few seconds on each side.

Step 7

Assemble the tacos: Spread a spoonful of avocado crema onto each tortilla. Add a layer of shredded red cabbage, followed by a few cooked prawns. Garnish with chopped cilantro and green onion.

Step 8

Serve immediately, and enjoy your heart-healthy spicy prawn tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(976.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1464.9

Total Fat 65.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 587mg	0%
Sodium 2242.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 73.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 467.6mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 2674.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.1%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 42.9%