Spicy Avocado and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

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Fresh butter lettuce leaves filled with smoky, spicy shrimp and creamy avocado, offering a light yet satisfying keto meal. This mexican-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 16 minutes pairs (peeled and deveined) large shrimp, large, diced avocado, leaves butter lettuce leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 290 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: 10 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 290 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the seasoned shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp are pink and opaque, with a slight char.
  3. Step 3: Remove shrimp from heat and stir in 1 tbsp lime juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.
  4. Step 4: Lay out 8 butter lettuce leaves on a serving platter and evenly distribute diced 1 large avocado among them.
  5. Step 5: Top avocado with the cooked shrimp, spooning any pan juices over the wraps.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately as hand-held wraps for a fresh, low-carb meal.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Avocado and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps take to make?

Total time is about 16 minutes (10 min prep + 6 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 Spicy Avocado and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps?

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 large, diced avocado from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Avocado and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps?

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 Spicy Avocado and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps 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.

Is Spicy Avocado and Shrimp Lettuce Wraps keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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