Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw & Lime Yogurt

These tacos are light, fresh, and full of flavor. They’re quick enough for a weeknight but feel like a fun, vibrant meal.

Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw & Lime Yogurt

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Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1/2 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
• 1 tsp olive oil extra virgin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 4 corn or almond tortillas small
• 1 cup shredded cabbage (purple or green)
• 1 lime juiced
• 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro for garnish

Method

 

1. Toss shrimp with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high and cook shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
3. In a small bowl, mix shredded cabbage with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
4. Stir yogurt with a squeeze of lime juice for a quick sauce.
5. Warm tortillas, then assemble tacos with cabbage slaw, shrimp, yogurt sauce, and cilantro.

Notes

Optional Add-Ons & Swaps

• Add sliced avocado or guacamole.
• Swap shrimp for salmon or chicken.
• Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds for crunch.

Why It’s Healing

• Shrimp and other seafood provide clean protein and anti-inflammatory omega‑3s.
  
• Cabbage is part of the cruciferous family, rich in compounds that help detoxify harmful substances.
  

Greek yogurt adds probiotics for gut health.