Taco Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients:

For the Shrimp:
500g shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup olive oil
1 packet taco seasoning
Juice of 1 lime
For the Salad:
200g cherry tomatoes, diced
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup sweet corn
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Avocado Mash:
2 ripe avocados
Juice of 1/2 lime
Salt, to taste
For the Creamy Lime Sauce:
170g sour cream or 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
Zest and juice of 1/2 lime
1/2 teaspoon sugar
For Assembly:
8 large lettuce leaves (romaine, butter, or iceberg)

Directions:

Marinate the Shrimp:
In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, taco seasoning, and lime juice. Mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.

Cook the Shrimp:
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until opaque and slightly caramelized. Pour in the remaining marinade and cook for another minute. Remove from heat.

Prepare the Salad:
In a bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, chopped onion, sweet corn, garlic powder, olive oil, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper. Toss well and set aside.

Make the Avocado Mash:
Roughly mash the avocados with lime juice and salt. Keep it slightly chunky for texture.

Whisk the Creamy Lime Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime zest, lime juice, and sugar.

Assemble the Wraps:
Place a spoonful of avocado mash on each lettuce leaf. Add a few shrimp, followed by the fresh salad. Drizzle with the creamy lime sauce.

Serve & Enjoy:
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy these light, refreshing, and flavorful wraps!

Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | ️ Servings: 4 servings