Low Carb Shrimp Taco

Take taco night to the next level with these irresistible Low Carb Shrimp Tacos—a vibrant, healthy twist on a Mexican classic! Juicy, spiced shrimp are pan-seared to perfection and served in crisp romaine lettuce leaves, creating a light yet satisfying base. Topped with a zesty slaw of shredded red cabbage, carrots, and fresh cilantro, then finished with creamy avocado slices and a fiery homemade spicy cream sauce, these tacos deliver bold flavors while keeping carbs to a minimum. Ready in just 25 minutes, this gluten-free, keto-friendly recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Give your taste buds a flavorful fiesta with this guilt-free taco-packed meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 8 large leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 cup Red cabbage, shredded
• 1 medium Carrot, shredded
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Place shrimp in a large bowl and add the spice mixture to coat evenly.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are pink and opaque.

Step 5

Remove the shrimp from the heat and squeeze fresh lime juice over them.

Step 6

To make the slaw, combine shredded red cabbage, shredded carrot, and chopped cilantro in a bowl.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix sour cream with hot sauce to taste to make a spicy cream sauce.

Step 8

Assemble tacos by placing shrimp into the romaine lettuce leaves.

Step 9

Top each taco with a generous amount of slaw, a few slices of avocado, and a drizzle of the spicy cream sauce.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your low-carb shrimp tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1052.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1178.8

Total Fat 64.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 886.0mg	0%
Sodium 1987.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.7g
Protein 119.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 574.3mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 2901.1mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 38.5%

Carbs: 14.3%