Shrimp Taco with Corn Salsa Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 40 minutes
🍽️ Total Time: 40 minutes
🍽️ Yield: 6-8 servings
Description:
This Shrimp Taco with Corn Salsa recipe is bursting with flavors and textures, offering a delightful medley of fresh ingredients and zesty seasonings. Marinated shrimp pairs perfectly with a vibrant corn salsa, creating a dish that’s not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or simply craving a delicious meal, these shrimp tacos are sure to impress!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound baby shrimp
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6-8 corn tortillas
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and minced
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
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Marinate the Shrimp:
- In a bowl, combine the baby shrimp with fresh lime juice, olive oil, and garlic powder.
- Allow the shrimp to marinate for 30 minutes to infuse them with flavor.
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Prepare the Corn Salsa:
- In a separate bowl, mix together the diced red onion, thawed corn kernels, diced cucumber, chopped cilantro, diced red bell pepper, and minced jalapeno chiles.
- Season the salsa with black pepper and salt to taste. Set aside.
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Assemble the Tacos:
- After marinating, drain the shrimp from the marinade.
- Heat the corn tortillas on a skillet or grill until they are warm and slightly charred.
- Place approximately 1/4 cup of the marinated shrimp onto each tortilla.
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Add the Salsa:
- Top each shrimp-filled tortilla with a generous spoonful of the prepared corn salsa.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the shrimp tacos with additional lime wedges and cilantro for garnish, if desired.
- Enjoy these flavorful shrimp tacos immediately, and savor every bite of the delicious combination of marinated shrimp and fresh corn salsa!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 378.6
- Total Fat: 6.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 294.7mg
- Sodium: 562.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 45g
- Dietary Fiber: 6.2g
- Sugar: 5.3g
- Protein: 37.5g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize these shrimp tacos with your favorite toppings, such as avocado slices, shredded lettuce, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian option, you can substitute the shrimp with grilled tofu or tempeh marinated in the same lime and garlic mixture.
- These tacos are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store any leftover shrimp and salsa separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Simply reheat the shrimp before assembling the tacos again for a quick and delicious meal.
