Grilled Cilantro-Lime Shrimp Tacos with Avocado Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

Juicy shrimp marinated in cilantro and lime grilled to perfection, served in warm tortillas topped with creamy avocado salsa. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large shrimp, fresh cilantro, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 large, diced ripe avocado
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp chopped for salsa fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: 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.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix 1 large diced ripe avocado, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 small seeded and minced jalapeño, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro to make the salsa.
4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds per side. Assemble tacos by placing grilled shrimp on each tortilla and topping with avocado salsa. Serve immediately.