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Overhead shot of gluten free shrimp tacos topped with slaw and avocado on a wood board

15 Mint-Gluten Free Shrimp Tacos

flavorful gluten free shrimp tacos made with seasoned shrimp,Juicy creamy slaw and certified gluten-free tortillas.Ready in just 15 minutes for an easy high-protein weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp
  • 1 lb large raw shrimp 26-30 count peeled and deveined.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil.
  • 1 tsp chili powder.
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika.
  • 1 tsp ground cumin.
  • ½ tsp garlic powder.
  • ½ tsp onion powder.
  • ½ tsp kosher salt.
  • ¼ tsp black pepper.
Creamy Slaw
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage.
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise.
  • 1 tbsp lime juice.
  • 1 tsp honey.
  • 1 garlic clove minced.
  • Pinch of salt.
For Serving
  • 8 certified gluten-free corn tortillas.
  • 1 avocado sliced.
  • Fresh cilantro.
  • Lime wedges.
  • Pickled red onion. optional
  • Hot sauce gluten-free.

Method
 

  1. Pat shrimp dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix seasonings and coat shrimp evenly.
  3. Heat skillet over medium-high.Cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until opaque.
  4. Warm tortillas for about 30 seconds per side.
  5. Whisk together slaw dressing and toss with cabbage.
  6. Assemble tacos with slaw,shrimp,avocado,cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

Recipe Notes:
  • Use certified gluten-free tortillas.
  • Frozen shrimp works well after thawing completely.
  • Do not overcook shrimp.
  • Store taco components separately.
  • Great for meal prep lunches.
Nutrition (Estimated Per Serving):
Calories: 390 | Protein: 31 g | Carbohydrates: 24 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 4 g | Sodium: 610 mg