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Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Black Bean Salad
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 tbsp lime juice, divided
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of lime juice until evenly coated.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, Greek yogurt, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of lime juice. Stir until the vegetables are lightly coated.
  • In another bowl, mix the black beans, corn kernels, diced tomato, diced red onion, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and stir gently.
  • Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 to 30 seconds until soft.
  • Fill each tortilla with a few shrimp and a spoonful of cabbage slaw. Serve the black bean salad on the side and sprinkle chopped cilantro over everything before eating.

Notes

Make the cabbage slaw and black bean salad up to two hours ahead and store them in the refrigerator so the flavors can meld while you cook the shrimp. If you prefer a milder onion taste, soak the diced red onion in cold water for five minutes before adding it to the beans. Leftovers hold well for one day if you keep the components separate and reheat only the shrimp and tortillas.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Equipment: Large skillet, Mixing bowls, Measuring spoons