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High Protein Shrimp Taco Lettuce Wraps - Fresh, Fast, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the shrimp: 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt (more to taste)
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lime + 1 tbsp lime juice
  • For the slaw: 2 cups shredded cabbage (green, purple, or a mix)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 1/2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp honey or agave (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the creamy sauce: 1/3 cup Greek yogurt (2% or 5%) or light mayo
  • 1–2 tsp adobo sauce from canned chipotles (or 1/4 tsp chipotle powder)
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • For serving: 1 large head romaine, butter, or iceberg lettuce (12–16 large leaves)
  • Diced avocado or guacamole (optional)
  • Fresh lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Prep the shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels. In a bowl, toss with oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, lime zest, and lime juice. Set aside to marinate for 10 minutes while you make the slaw and sauce.
  2. Make the slaw: In a mixing bowl, combine cabbage, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño. Add lime juice, honey (if using), and a pinch of salt. Toss until lightly coated and crisp. Taste and adjust lime or salt as needed.
  3. Stir the sauce: In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, adobo sauce, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Thin with a teaspoon of water if you want a drizzle consistency. Taste and add more adobo for heat.
  4. Cook the shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high until hot. Add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1–2 minutes per side, just until pink and opaque. Do not overcook. Remove from heat immediately.
  5. Prepare lettuce wraps: Separate and rinse large lettuce leaves. Pat dry well so they stay crisp. Layer 1–2 leaves for each wrap if your lettuce is delicate.
  6. Assemble: Add a spoonful of slaw to each lettuce leaf. Top with 3–4 shrimp, a drizzle of sauce, and avocado if using. Finish with a squeeze of lime.
  7. Serve right away: Enjoy while the shrimp is warm and the lettuce is crisp.