Cumin-Spiced Shrimp Tacos

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-28 · Updated 2026-03-28

Juicy shrimp sautéed with smoky cumin and lime, served in warm tortillas with a zesty slaw. This mexican-inspired seafood (dairy-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs shrimp, olive oil, cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb shrimp
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 8 tortillas
• 1 cup red cabbage
• 1/4 cup cilantro
• 1 lime

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp cumin; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined) and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque. Stir in 2 tbsp lime juice and set aside.
2. Step 2: For slaw, shred 1 cup red cabbage and chop 1/4 cup cilantro. Juice 1 lime over the mixture and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp salt. Warm 8 tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Assemble tacos with shrimp, slaw, and a squeeze of lime.