Description
Grilled shrimp tacos with mango salsa are a delightful dish that brings together fresh flavors and vibrant colors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450 g) large shrimp: Peeled and deveined.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil: For moisture and flavor.
- 2 cloves garlic: Minced for aroma and taste.
- Spices: 1 teaspoon each of chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
- Salt and pepper: To taste.
- Juice of 1 lime: For brightness.
- 1 ripe mango: Diced for sweetness.
- 1/2 red bell pepper: Diced for crunch.
- 1/4 red onion: Finely chopped for sharpness.
- 1 jalapeño: Seeded and minced (optional).
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro: Chopped for freshness.
- Juice of 1 lime: For balance.
- Salt: Just a pinch.
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp by mixing olive oil, minced garlic, spices, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add shrimp and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
- Prepare the mango salsa by combining diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl. Let it sit for a few minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side. Assemble tacos with grilled shrimp and top with mango salsa. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- Choose fresh shrimp for better flavor and texture.
- Marinate shrimp for at least 15-20 minutes for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the grill to ensure proper cooking.
- Keep an eye on shrimp while grilling to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: grilled shrimp tacos, mango salsa, easy tacos, summer recipe