Zesty Shrimp Tacos with Slaw

Bright, flavorful shrimp wrapped in low-carb tortillas with crunchy slaw—balanced, satisfying, and blood sugar friendly.

Zesty Shrimp Tacos with Slaw

Bright, flavorful shrimp wrapped in low-carb tortillas with crunchy slaw—balanced, satisfying, and blood sugar friendly.

Zesty Shrimp Tacos with Slaw

Bright, flavorful shrimp wrapped in low-carb tortillas with crunchy slaw—balanced, satisfying, and blood sugar friendly.

4

15 min

5 min

20 min

🍽️ Servings

⏱️ Prep

🔥 Cook

⌛ Total

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/4 tsp chili powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

For the Slaw:

  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage

  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots

  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

  • 1 tbsp light mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • 8 small low-carb tortillas (or lettuce wraps)

  • Optional: avocado slices, chopped cilantro, lime wedges

Directions

  1. Mix spices in a bowl. Toss shrimp with olive oil and seasoning mix.

  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp for 1–2 minutes per side until opaque.

  3. In a separate bowl, toss cabbage, carrots, lime juice, and mayo/yogurt. Season to taste.

  4. Warm tortillas or prep lettuce leaves.

  5. Assemble: layer slaw, shrimp, and optional toppings. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

(per serving)

270

9

24

12

🔥 Calories (kcal)

🍞 Carbs (g)

💪 Protein (g)

🥑 Fat (g)

Tips

  • Use lettuce wraps to cut carbs further.

  • Swap light mayo with Greek yogurt for more protein.

  • Add sliced avocado for healthy fats and satiety.

  • Marinate shrimp briefly in lime juice for extra flavor without added carbs.

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Author

Katrina Shellhouse

Over 10 years of experience in diabetes care and weight management, combining her background in nutrition from culinary school and a Bachelor of Science degree in dietetics. As a wife and mother of three, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and grocery shopping on a budget. Katrina is fueled by her own passion to help clients make meaningful yet achievable lifestyle changes, and she has even lost 80 lbs recently through her diet and strength training journey!

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