Honey-Lime Tequila Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

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Grilled shrimp marinated in honey and lime, served on warm tortillas with a crisp cilantro slaw for bright contrast. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tequila, honey 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp tequila
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 small corn tortillas
2 cups green cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Greek yogurt

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Instructions

Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp tequila, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: While shrimp marinates, prepare the slaw by mixing 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup Greek yogurt in a bowl. Set aside.
Step 4: 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 5: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds each side. Assemble tacos by placing grilled shrimp on tortillas and topping with cilantro slaw. Serve immediately.