These shrimp tacos are everything you want in one bite—well-seasoned shrimp, creamy guacamole, sweet and tangy mango salsa, and a crisp, refreshing slaw, all wrapped in warm tortillas.
The combination of flavors and textures is what makes them so irresistible. The shrimp are savory with a hint of spice, the mango salsa adds freshness and sweetness, the guacamole brings richness, and the slaw adds the perfect crunch.
They’re quick enough for a weeknight dinner but colorful and impressive enough to serve when you’re entertaining. Every bite is fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor.
Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
Description
Juicy shrimp tacos loaded with creamy guacamole, fresh mango salsa, and crunchy slaw. An easy, colorful meal that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining
Ingredients
Shrimp
Guacamole
Mango salsa
Cabbage slaw
For serving
Instructions
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Season the shrimp
Toss the shrimp paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili flakes, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
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Cook the shrimp
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through. Avoid overcooking.
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Make the guacamole
Mash the avocados with lemon juice, red onion, cilantro, salt, and pepper until smooth or slightly chunky.
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Prepare the mango salsa
Combine the mango, bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, chili flakes and salt in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
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Make the slaw
In another bowl, toss the cabbage with the cilantro, honey, lemon juice and salt until evenly coated.
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Assemble the tacos
Warm the tortillas, then spread a layer of guacamole on each. Top with a spoonful of slaw, cooked shrimp and mango salsa. Finish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.
