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Fresh Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Fresh shrimp tacos with mango salsa! Tender shrimp, sweet fruit, and creamy cilantro lime sauce make this the perfect quick dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 437
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the shrimp
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 1/4 pounds shrimp peeled, deveined and tails removed
  • chili powder and salt to taste
For the mango salsa
  • 1 cup mango finely diced
  • ½ cup red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1/2 jalapeno pepper minced (remove seeds and ribs to make it milder)
  • juice of 1 lime
  • ½ cup cilantro leaves finely chopped
For the creamy cilantro lime sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream (can use light)
  • ½ cup cilantro leaves roughly chopped
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
  • ¼ cup prepared green salsa
  • salt and pepper to taste
For assembly
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 8 corn or flour tortillas

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pan over high heat. Season both sides of the shrimp with chili powder and salt. Arrange the shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked.
  2. Combine all salsa ingredients in a bowl and season with salt. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  3. Place all sauce ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Warm the tortillas. Layer each with a spoonful of sauce, a handful of cabbage, and the shrimp. Top with mango salsa and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 437kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 34gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 387mgSodium: 1281mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12g

Notes

Make Ahead: The mango salsa and cilantro sauce can be made up to 4 hours in advance.