Lightened-Up Mango Salsa Shrimp (Printable)

Fresh shrimp with mango salsa and crisp lettuce cups for a bright, light meal.

# What You’ll Use:

→ Shrimp Seasoning

01 - 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Mango Salsa

10 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
11 - 1/2 medium red bell pepper, finely diced
12 - 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
13 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - Juice of 1 lime
16 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Lettuce Cups and Garnishes

17 - 8 large butter lettuce leaves or romaine hearts
18 - 1 small avocado, diced
19 - Lime wedges for serving

# How-To:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Toss until evenly coated and let marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - While shrimp marinates, combine mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl. Mix gently to combine and set aside.
03 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated shrimp and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
04 - Arrange lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Distribute cooked shrimp evenly among the leaves, top each with mango salsa, and garnish with diced avocado.
05 - Transfer assembled lettuce tacos to plates and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free for those with dietary restrictions
  • Light yet satisfying with protein-packed shrimp
  • The perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors
  • Easily customizable to suit your taste preferences
02 -
  • For perfectly cooked shrimp, watch for them to form a 'C' shape - if they curl into an 'O' shape, they're overcooked
  • Make the mango salsa up to 4 hours ahead and store in the refrigerator for even better flavor
  • To prevent the lettuce from getting soggy, drain the cooked shrimp and mango salsa of excess liquid before assembling
  • Add shredded red cabbage for extra crunch and color
  • For a shortcut, use pre-cooked shrimp - just toss with the seasonings and a splash of lime juice before serving
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