Description
Shrimp Taco Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the essence of shrimp tacos with the freshness of a salad. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, features juicy shrimp marinated with spices, crisp vegetables, and a creamy cilantro lime dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white shrimp
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional for a kick)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped (about 6–7 cups)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup purple cabbage, diced
- 1 medium ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 cup corn kernels (canned or cooked from frozen)
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed (or tortilla strips)
- 1/2 cup creamy cilantro lime dressing
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp in olive oil and spices for 15 minutes.
- Cook shrimp using your preferred method (oven/baking pan, air fryer, or stovetop) until pink and cooked through.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cabbage, avocado, corn, crushed tortilla chips, and cooked shrimp.
- Drizzle with cilantro lime dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, let the shrimp marinate longer if time permits. Customize toppings with jalapeños or cheese for extra zest. Serve in individual bowls or family-style for gatherings.