Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa and Lime Crema
Bright and zesty shrimp tacos topped with a juicy mango salsa and tangy lime crema, perfect for a quick and popular street-food-inspired meal. This mexican-inspired tacos & burritos ready in about 25 minutes pairs shrimp (peeled and deveined), olive oil, ground cumin 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup ripe mango (diced)
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 small jalapeño (seeded and minced)
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp salt for crema
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup diced ripe mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small minced jalapeño, and 2 tbsp lime juice; mix gently to create the mango salsa.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp honey, 3 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth to make the lime crema.
- Step 5: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable.
- Step 6: Assemble tacos by layering cooked shrimp, mango salsa, and a drizzle of lime crema on each tortilla. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa and Lime Crema take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 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 Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa and Lime Crema?
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 shrimp (peeled and deveined) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa and Lime Crema?
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 Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa and Lime Crema 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 Sautéed Shrimp Tacos with Fresh Mango Salsa and Lime Crema?
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.
