Whole30 Shrimp Taco

Dive into a flavor-packed, guilt-free meal with these Whole30 Shrimp Tacos! Perfect for those following a Whole30, keto, or paleo lifestyle, this recipe swaps traditional tortillas for crisp romaine lettuce leaves, creating a fresh and healthy base. Juicy shrimp are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, lime juice, and warm spices like cumin, garlic powder, and paprika, then quickly seared to perfection for a smoky, tender bite. Topped with creamy avocado slices, vibrant red cabbage, crunchy red onion, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, each taco bursts with color and texture. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy, low-carb recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or light entertaining. Don’t forget the lime wedges for a citrusy finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 8 large leaves romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 lime wedges, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Allow the shrimp to marinate for at least 5 minutes.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.

Step 4

Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.

Step 5

To assemble the tacos, place a few shrimp on each romaine lettuce leaf.

Step 6

Top with sliced avocado, red cabbage, cilantro, and red onion.

Step 7

Serve with lime wedges on the side for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1130.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1081.2

Total Fat 53.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 857.3mg	0%
Sodium 1768.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 10.8g
Protein 119.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 553.4mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 3040.8mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 41.7%

Carbs: 16.0%