Best Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Zesty shrimp tacos with vibrant mango salsa, grilled to smoky perfection with a refreshing tropical twist. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 27 minutes pairs shrimp, lime juice, avocado oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and devein 1 pound shrimp, then toss with 2 tablespoons lime juice and 2 tablespoons avocado oil, coating evenly.
  2. Step 2: Dice 1 mango and 1/4 cup red onion into 1/4-inch cubes, then finely chop 1/4 cup fresh cilantro.
  3. Step 3: Julienne 1 cup jicama into matchstick pieces, then combine with mango, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl.
  4. Step 4: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat, add shrimp in a single layer, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque with char marks.
  5. Step 5: Warm 8 corn tortillas on the grill for 20 seconds per side until pliable and slightly charred.
  6. Step 6: Assemble tacos: Place 3 shrimp on each tortilla, top with 1/4 cup mango salsa, and garnish with lime wedges.
  7. Step 7: Serve immediately while tortillas are warm and shrimp is juicy.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Best Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (20 min prep + 7 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Best Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Best Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Best Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Best Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa?

Mexican seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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