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Fresh Grilled Shrimp Tacos Recipe with Easy Mango Avocado Salsa

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A quick and flavorful recipe featuring smoky grilled shrimp paired with a fresh, chunky mango avocado salsa, perfect for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Optional: crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
  • Optional: lime wedges for extra zest

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Toss the peeled shrimp in the marinade until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. While the shrimp marinates, combine diced mango, avocado, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro in a bowl. Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and season with salt to taste. Gently toss to combine, keeping avocado chunks intact. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  4. Thread shrimp onto skewers if desired or place directly on grill grates. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and grill marks appear. Avoid overcooking.
  5. Warm tortillas on the grill or in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly charred.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing 3-4 shrimp on each tortilla, topping generously with mango avocado salsa, and sprinkling with crumbled queso fresco if desired. Add a squeeze of lime and fresh cilantro for extra flavor.

Notes

Do not marinate shrimp longer than 20 minutes to avoid mushy texture. Keep avocado chunky in salsa for best texture. Warm tortillas wrapped in a kitchen towel to keep soft. If no grill available, pan-sear shrimp in a hot skillet with oil. Store shrimp and salsa separately if making ahead.

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Keywords: shrimp tacos, grilled shrimp, mango avocado salsa, summer recipe, quick dinner, gluten-free, seafood tacos

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