Mango-Chili Lime Shrimp Tacos with Cilantro Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-24 · Updated 2026-06-24

Juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty mango-chili lime sauce served in warm tortillas topped with a crunchy cilantro cabbage slaw. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs raw shrimp, ripe mango, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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 raw shrimp
• 1 medium, peeled and diced ripe mango
• 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups, shredded green cabbage
• 1/2 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp honey
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 medium diced mango, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tsp salt. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined raw shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: While shrimp marinates, prepare slaw by mixing 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion in a bowl. Stir well and refrigerate.
3. Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by layering a spoonful of the cilantro cabbage slaw on each tortilla, then top with 3-4 shrimp. Serve immediately with lime wedges if desired.