Paleo Shrimp Taco

Elevate your taco night with these flavorful and healthy Paleo Shrimp Tacos, a vibrant twist on a classic dish that's both light and satisfying. Perfectly marinated shrimp, infused with zesty lime juice, smoky chili powder, and earthy cumin, are pan-seared to perfection and served in crisp butter lettuce leaves that double as low-carb taco shells. Topped with crunchy red cabbage, creamy avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and tangy salsa verde, these tacos deliver a medley of textures and bold flavors in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free recipe is perfect for those seeking a quick and nutritious meal that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether you’re paleo or just taco-obsessed, these shrimp tacos are sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 leaves butter lettuce leaves
• 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1 whole avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 stalks green onion, sliced
• 3 whole radishes, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup salsa verde

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk together to form a marinade.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Allow it to marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Step 4

Remove the shrimp from the heat and set aside.

Step 5

Prepare the butter lettuce leaves by gently washing and drying them. These will serve as the taco shells.

Step 6

To assemble the tacos, lay a lettuce leaf on a plate, add a few pieces of shrimp, a handful of red cabbage, slices of avocado, a sprinkle of cilantro, green onion, and radishes.

Step 7

Drizzle with salsa verde and fold the lettuce leaf to enclose the fillings.

Step 8

Serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1146.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1098.7

Total Fat 53.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 2312.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 118.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 537.5mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 3090.1mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 41.4%

Carbs: 16.8%