Fast & Easy Shrimp Tacos
These Fast & Easy Shrimp Tacos deliver 27g protein and 304 calories per serving — a seafood-based lunch that breaks up chicken-and-beef meal prep cycles. Four servings cook on the stovetop in minutes, letting you scale up without adding prep time. Hit your daily protein without boredom or repetition.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(45g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)(30g)
Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •Avocado
- •Garlic
- •Sour Cream(60g)
Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.
- •½ teaspoon sea salt
- •Lime Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
- •JalapeñO Pepper
- •Cabbage, Green(720g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Cilantro, Fresh(80g)
- •Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
- •Lime
- •Mexican Hot Sauce, (Optional)
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl combine 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, lime juice, and taco seasoning. Add the shrimp and toss to coat.
- 2Make the crema. Add the avocado, garlic, sour cream, salt, lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeño to a food processor. Blend until smooth.
- 3Make the slaw. In a large bowl combine the cabbage, onion, and cilantro. Toss together with ½ cup of the avocado crema until fully incorporated.
- 4In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the shrimp and cook until opaque and fully cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 5Place 3 to 4 shrimp on each tortilla, then top with the slaw. Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce, if using.
Nutrition — Per Serving
304
calories
27g
protein
15g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 18g
- Saturated fat
- 3.3g
- Sodium
- 635 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 5.5g
4 servings per batch · ~377g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Fast & Easy Shrimp Tacos have per serving?
Each serving contains 27g of protein and 304 calories with 15g fat and 18g carbs. The lean protein from shrimp combined with controlled carbohydrate content makes this a versatile macro-friendly option.
How long does Fast & Easy Shrimp Tacos take to prep?
Fast & Easy Shrimp Tacos are quick prep and batch 4 servings at once on the stovetop, making them ideal for busy meal prep days. You can prepare multiple servings with minimal hands-on cooking time.
Is Fast & Easy Shrimp Tacos good for fat loss?
At 304 calories and 27g protein per serving, these tacos fit fat loss nutrition where you need high-protein, moderate-calorie meals that support adherence to a deficit. The shrimp provides lean protein without excess saturated fat.
