Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado
Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado pair juicy, spice-rubbed shrimp with creamy avocado and cool sour cream for a vibrant bite in every tortilla. A bright tomatillo salsa and fresh cilantro add tang and freshness, making this a lively, weeknight-friendly option for casual dinners or taco nights with friends.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 31
- Heart Health
- 85
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
In a bowl, combine the shrimp, 1 tablespoon olive oil, the garlic, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 2
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp mixture to the skillet and cook until pink and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Finish by sprinkling with lime juice.
- 3
Warm the tortillas on an ungreased skillet over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 seconds per side, turning and heating for another 5 to 10 seconds. Fill the warmed tortillas with the cooked shrimp, then top with tomatillo salsa, avocado, and sour cream. Sprinkle with the chopped cilantro.
- Calories 635.26 kcal High 32%
- Protein 35.46 g Good Source 71%
- Carbohydrate 57.62 g 21%
- Total Fat 25.55 g High 33%
- Saturated Fat 6.01 g High 30%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 293.73 mg High 98%
- Sodium 798.8 mg High 35%
- Dietary Fiber 9.77 g Good Source 35%
- Total Sugars 7.84 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 188.96 mg Moderate 15%
- Iron 0.83 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 424.47 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 11.93 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 16.1 mg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado is made with 12 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, and Corn Tortilla. Each serving provides about 635.26 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, Corn Tortilla, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 635.26 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado healthy?
- Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 635.26 calories and 35.46 g of protein, or 71% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 798.8 mg (35% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.01 g (30% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Milk, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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