Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Tomatillo Salsa

Name: Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Tomatillo Salsa
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced; 0.5 white onion, chopped; 4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1.5 teaspoons salt; 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12 (6 inch) corn tortillas; 1 cup shredded cabbage; 2 limes

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This shrimp taco recipe makes a delicious and fun meal! The salsa makes it very refreshing with a spicy kick. It is a great summertime meal. Enjoy!

Recipe by McCrazy

Published on June 23, 2020

Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

Avocado Tomatillo Salsa:

1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
½ white onion, chopped
4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 ½ teaspoons salt

Tacos:

1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage
2 limes

Directions

Place avocado, onion, tomatillos, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until small chunks remain.
Fill resealable plastic bag with shrimp, chili powder, and salt; shake to coat.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, 2 to 3 minutes.
Divide salsa, shrimp, and cabbage evenly to fill tortillas. Squeeze lime juice onto each taco.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

260	Calories
9g	Fat
30g	Carbs
17g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 260
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g	12%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Cholesterol 115mg	38%
Sodium 1136mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate 30g	11%
Dietary Fiber 7g	24%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 17g
Vitamin C 19mg	94%
Calcium 88mg	7%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 442mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.