Grilled Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
Juicy shrimp marinated in a hot chili and zesty lime mixture, grilled to perfection and topped with a sweet and spicy mango salsa in soft corn tortillas. This mexican-inspired tacos & burritos ready in about 30 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, olive oil, chili powder 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1, minced garlic clove
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 large, diced mango
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 1, seeded and minced jalapeño pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
- 8 small corn tortillas
- for serving lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss well and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: While shrimp marinates, prepare mango salsa by mixing 1 large diced mango, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 minced seeded jalapeño pepper, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds each side until pliable.
- Step 5: Assemble tacos by placing grilled shrimp on tortillas and topping with mango salsa. Serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Grilled Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Chili-Lime 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 Grilled Chili-Lime 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 Grilled Chili-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa?
Mexican tacos & burritos 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.
