Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Wraps
Are you in the mood for an easy and colorful meal? Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Wraps are super easy to make and loaded with flavorful marinated shrimp, crisp veggies, and creamy avocado — all wrapped in soft tortillas. Light, citrus & herb boldness means this recipe is PERFECT for lunch… or even better dinner initWithStyle!
Ingredients:
For the Shrimp Marinade:
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps— 1 lb, peeled and deveined (medium shrimp)
fresh cilantro 1/4 cup chopped
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Wraps:
4 large flour tortillas (or corn for gluten-free)
Napuxa 1 tasaga ng romaine o mixed greens, hiniwa
1/2 c cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, very thinly sliced
1 avocado, sliced
To make the dressing, combine ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1/2 tsp lime zest (if you want)
Instructions:
Marinate the Shrimp
Half the cilantro and lime paste, garlic, olive oil ( substitute melted butter if you like) chili powder salt/ peppers to taste in a medium bowl. Toss the Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps in a bowl with this sauce. Place in the fridge for 15 – 20 minutes to let all of those flavors mingle together.
Prepare the Vegetables
As the shrimp marinates, prep your veggies. Chop romaine or spring mix, halve cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice red onion — also peel + slice the avocado! Have chopped vegetables ready to go for quick and easy assembly.
Cook the Shrimp
Place a skillet over mmedium-high. Drizzle with a little olive oil so it doesn’t stick and add marinated shrimp in one layer. 2–3 minutes per side or until they are pink and opaque. Transfer from the skillet to a plate.
Assemble the Wraps
Spread a little sour cream of Greek yogurt in the center of each tortilla. Lay down a row of chopped spinach, tomatoes, and red onion. Assemble your veggies in a line and season with the cocktail sauce, add Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps down the middle of each pile then top off with avocado slices dusted by some lime zest.
Wrap and Serve
Gently roll each tortilla up, folding in the sides to create a neat wrap. Serve now or cut each wrap in half for a more user-friendly serving size.
Here is why you are going to LOVE these Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Wraps:
IngredientsTop tips in making Shrimp Ceviche Recipe: Lime and CilantroFresh zest flavors of lime with cilantro add citrus kiss which suits shrimp very well.
Protein Packed low calorie: Thanks to lean shrimp, plenty of veggies,, and rich in healthy fats from avocado these wraps are as nutritious as they are delicious.
Ready in 20 Minutes: Marinate for a short time and cook on the stovetop this meal is perfect for busy weeknights.
Variations and Tips:
Spice it up: If you want your wrap to be spicy, add a little cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes into the marinade, or drizzle sriracha on top of the filling.
To Make it Dairy-Free:Use yogurt instead of sour cream, or simply omit and squeeze some fresh lime juice over top.
Use Lettuce Wraps: To make the recipe low-carb, use large lettuce leaves instead of tortillas to wrap your Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps and veggies.
Serving Suggestions:
These make a great mealon their own, but you could also serve them with:
Served with Mexican Rice (or Cauliflower Rice): This meal balances out beautifully on a mound of flavorful rice to put your mind and belly at ease.
Mango Salsa:The sweetness from the mango salsa goes so well with a tart cilantro-lime marinade.
Fresh fruit: such as pineapple, watermelon, or sliced mango for Tropical goodness.
Nutrition (per serving, one wrap with tortilla)
Calories: 320
Protein: 20g
Carbs: 24g
Fat: 18g
Fiber: 5g
Make It Your Own:
You can plop any filling you wish. The beans will provide a nice, slightly crunchy texture to your color meal — if you’re not a fan of shrimp swap it out for grilled chicken instead. There are dozens of ways you could make these Cilantro Lime Shrimp Wraps your own!
Cilantro-Lime Sauce (Homemade):
Or add even more flavor by quickly blending up a cilantro-lime sauce:
Combine the sour cream or Greek yogurt.
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon cilantro – chopped
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and whisk together until smooth, then drizzle over assembled wraps (this stuff is so creamy & citrusy!)
Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Wraps Health Benefits —
Good Antioxidant Content: Cilantro and lime pack a one-two punch of antioxidants to lower inflammation, writes HuffPost.
Avocado is full of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats in addition to fibers.
Shrimp You already know that shrimp is low-calorie, but coated and baked onto a pineapple skewer will make you love it even more. (Selenium for the thyroid!
Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Wraps– These are an easy, tasty way to get a beachy vibe in the dead of winter. They also are perfect for meal prep — just reserve the cooked shrimp and chopped veggies, then make your wraps when you’re ready to eat.
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