Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa Recipe

Savor the taste of summer with these vibrant Shrimp Soft Tacos! Succulent shrimp are paired with a refreshing mango-lime salsa, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. This quick and easy recipe, originally featured in Health magazine (April 2006), is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend gathering. Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 613.1 kcal
Protein 63g
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Ingredients for Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa

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How to Make Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa

  1. Slice one medium red onion in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two quarters.
  2. Finely mince one quarter of the onion and set aside for the salsa.
  3. Cut the remaining onion quarters into 1/4-inch thick slices.
  4. Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the minced onion, 1 ripe mango (diced), 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (or more, to taste).
  5. Cover the salsa and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Taco Assembly: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  7. Add the sliced onion and cook for 3 minutes, or until softened, stirring occasionally.
  8. Add 1 pound of shrimp (peeled and deveined) to the skillet.
  9. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
  10. Remove from heat and season with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro.
  11. Warm your tortillas: Wrap each tortilla in a damp paper towel and microwave on high for 20 seconds, or until warm and pliable.
  12. Spread a spoonful of sour cream (or Greek yogurt) onto each tortilla.
  13. Top with the shrimp mixture and a generous spoonful of the chilled mango-lime salsa.
  14. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

192g

Fat

13g

Carbs

32g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa?

Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa takes about 47 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 32 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa?

Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa has approximately 613.1 calories per serving, with about 63 g protein, 32 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa?

The key ingredients for Shrimp Soft Taco With Mango Lime Salsa are Red Onion, Mangoes, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Lime Juice, Salt, Cayenne Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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