Super Easy and Delicious Citrus-Garlic Shrimp Tacos🌮

Summer Goal Achieved: Create a summer-inspired recipe—done! ✅

These citrus-garlic shrimp tacos are the tasty result. Simple and fresh—perfect for a warm summer day!

This easy, healthy lunch or dinner option features:

A protein boost from shrimp

A tasty blend of spices

Freshness from lime

Anyone can enjoy these shrimp tacos – no expert chef skills required!

What makes these tacos so tasty? It’s all in the blend of spices combined with that fresh lime flavor!

You can easily whip up a large batch of the filling to enjoy over several days. 

Read on for the recipe!

Ingredients

◇½ White onion, chopped

◇2 Garlic cloves, minced

◇1 tsp Olive oil

◇½ lb Shrimp, peeled and deveined

◇½ tsp Salt

◇¼ tsp Pepper

◇½ tsp Garlic powder

◇½ tsp Paprika

◇¼ tsp Chili powder

◇½ tsp Trader Joe’s Cuban-style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend

◇½  Lime

If using frozen shrimp, thaw them ahead of time.

Start by chopping the garlic and onion into small pieces.

Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and onion until the onion is translucent, about 1-2 minutes.

Add the shrimp, spices, and juice from half of the lime. Stir to combine.

Cook the shrimp until pink and opaque. About 2-3 minutes per side.

Serve with tortillas and your favorite taco toppings. Cut the remaining lime into wedges and serve alongside for added zing!

Optional Taco Accompaniments and Sides

Fresh Toppings:

◇Cilantro

◇Chopped onion

◇Jalapeño

◇Tomato

◇Pico de Gallo

◇Salsa

Creamy Toppings

◇Avocado

◇Shredded cheese

◇Sour cream

Sides:

◇Tortilla chips

◇Beans

◇Rice

Additional Notes

Meal Prep: Easily adjust the recipe to make more or less shrimp. 

Spice Variation: You can switch out the spices based on what you have on hand.

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or in the freezer for up to three months.

I hope you enjoy these easy, healthy shrimp tacos as much as I do! Leave a comment to let me know if you try this recipe!

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