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Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

2023-10-26 - Written by: Amelia Clementine

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

Zesty shrimp tacos topped with a vibrant mango salsa, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.

Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • For the Mango Salsa:
    • 1 ripe mango, diced
    • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (adjust to taste)
    • 1 lime, juiced
    • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Stir in shrimp, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  3. Warm tortillas according to package instructions.
  4. While the shrimp cooks, combine all salsa ingredients in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
  5. Fill warmed tortillas with cooked shrimp and top generously with mango salsa. Serve immediately.

Optional Garnish:

  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Shredded cabbage