Best 10 Shrimp Tacos With Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. Adding shrimp as the protein in the taco can add a unique spin to the meal, as shrimp have a naturally sweet and slightly briny flavor. This flavor pairs well with the spice of the peppers and the fresh, tangy flavors of the cucumber salad. The cucumber salad further enhances the flavors of the shrimp and taco, with added health benefits due to the cucumbers.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BOMB SHRIMP TACOS



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Easy shrimp tacos don't get any better than these Shrimp Tacos with Cabbage Slaw! Taco Tuesday will never be the same! Full of fresh flavor and seasoning!

Provided by Jessica Formicola

Categories     Main Course     Main Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
1 pound large shrimp (, peeled and deveined)
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1 cup red cabbage (, finely shredded)
¼ cup red onion (, thinly sliced)
1/2 cup cucumber (, julineed)
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon Kosher salt
Small tortillas
Sweet Sriracha Sour Cream (, for drizzling)
Lime wedges (, for spritzing)
fresh jalapenos (, sliced )

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl or plastic bag, combine garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, fine sea salt and shrimp. Massage gently and then allow to marinate for 20 minutes up to 4 hours.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add shrimp.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp make a loose "C" shape. Remove from heat.
  • While shrimp are marinating, combine all ingredients for the slaw including red cabbage, red onion, cucumber, apple cider vinegar, sugar and Kosher salt. Toss to combine and set aside until ready to assemble.
  • Te assemble, place 2-3 shrimp in each tortilla, top with slaw, jalapeno slices, a spritz of lime juice and dollop of sweet Sriracha sour cream.
  • If you've tried this recipe come back and let us know how it was!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 286 mg, Sodium 1471 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHRIMP TACOS WITH GRAPEFRUIT SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3red grapefruits (2 segmented, 1 juiced)
1/2 small jicama, peeled and cut into matchsticks
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
Juice of 1 lime, plus wedges for serving
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the grill pan
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 corn tortillas
2 tablespoons agave syrup (or 1 tablespoon honey)
1 chipotle chile pepper in adobo sauce, chopped, plus 2 teaspoons sauce from the can
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Combine the grapefruit segments, jicama, red onion, cilantro, lime juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss. Set aside.
  • Brush a grill pan with olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Working in batches, grill the tortillas until toasted, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Wrap in foil to keep warm; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, combine the grapefruit juice, agave, chipotle and adobo sauce and cumin in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 5 minutes.
  • Toss the shrimp with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Brush the grill pan with more olive oil. Grill the shrimp over medium-high heat, brushing with some of the grapefruit sauce, until lightly charred, about 1 minute per side. Continue to cook, flipping and brushing with the remaining sauce, until charred and cooked through, about 2 more minutes. Season with salt. Divide among the tortillas. Serve with the grapefruit salad and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 235 milligrams, Sodium 1470 milligrams, Carbohydrate 65 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 25 grams

EASY SHRIMP TACOS



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I love preparing these easy-to-make shrimp tacos. Hatch chiles are a staple ingredient in my home state of Texas, and this was the very first recipe that I conquered with them. Mix and match your favorite toppings-salsa and avocado would be perfect additions. -Deborah Jamison, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon salt , divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium green pepper, chopped
4 fresh green chilies, such as Hatch or Anaheim, seed and chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups torn lettuce
8 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt, cilantro, lemon juice, lime juice and 1/8 teaspoon salt; set aside. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add peppers and onion; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 4-5 minutes. Add shrimp, garlic, cumin and remaining ¼ teaspoon salt. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Serve in tortillas with lettuce, yogurt sauce and, if desired, lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 422mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SKINNY CITRUS SHRIMP TACOS



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Tacos filled with warm citrus shrimp, fresh cucumber salsa and Greek yogurt crema are a smart and delicious skinny indulgence. Pair with a Skinny Cucumber Lime SPAgarita.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeño chiles
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
2 plum (Roma) tomatoes, seeded, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeño chiles
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 English (seedless) cucumber, cut in half lengthwise, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 container (6 oz) Greek Fat Free plain yogurt
2 tablespoons orange juice
8 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for soft tacos and fajitas (6 inch), heated as directed on package

Steps:

  • In 1-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix shrimp and marinade ingredients. Seal bag. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix cucumber salsa fresca ingredients. In small bowl, mix yogurt crema ingredients.
  • Drain shrimp; discard marinade. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pink. Drain, if needed. Spoon shrimp on tortillas; top with cucumber salsa fresca, and drizzle with yogurt crema.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (taco only), Sodium 530 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

EASY AND QUICK SHRIMP TACOS



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These shrimp tacos are flavorful, easy, and quick. You can use any spice or topping combinations you have on hand. The choice of toppings and spices are endless.

Provided by Marci P.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons diced onion
2 tablespoons carrot matchsticks
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 pinch cayenne pepper
8 uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 (6 inch) corn tortillas
½ cup shredded cabbage
½ cup Caesar salad dressing (such as Cardini's Red Jalapeno Caesar Dressing®)

Steps:

  • Combine onion, carrots, and cilantro in a bowl.
  • Mix chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl. Coat shrimp in the mixture.
  • Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp; cook for 2 minutes. Turn and cook until pink, about 2 minutes more.
  • Wrap tortillas in damp paper towels; microwave until warm, 15 to 30 seconds.
  • Divide shrimp between tortillas. Top with cabbage, onion mixture, and dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 792.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.2 g, Cholesterol 163.4 mg, Fat 62.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.8 g, Sodium 1423.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SHRIMP-SALAD TOSTADAS WITH TOMATOES AND CUCUMBER



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In the state of Chiapas, these are made with chewy dried shrimp and called tostadas turulas. Use the most flavorful shrimp and best tomatoes you can find.

Provided by Nils Bernstein

Time 40m

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
1 pound small shrimp (51-60 count), peeled, deveined, tails removed
3 plum or 2 regular medium tomatoes, seeded, finely chopped
1 small (or 1/2 large) white onion, cut into 1/4" cubes, rinsed with cool water, patted dry
1/2 English hothouse cucumber, seeded, finely chopped
3-4 serrano chiles, stemmed, seeded, deveined, finely chopped
2/3 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
24 small corn tortillas or store-bought crispy tostada shells
Vegetable oil (for frying; if needed)
Kosher salt (if needed)
2 cups Hold-the-Lime Guacamole
Shredded iceberg lettuce, crema (Mexican salted cream) or sour cream, queso fresco, tomatillo salsa (for serving)
A candy or deep-fry thermometer

Steps:

  • Fill a large bowl with 10 cups cool water; stir in 1/4 cup salt (it should taste like seawater). Add shrimp and soak 30 minutes, then drain.
  • Fill a medium pot with 8 cups water; stir in 1/4 cup salt. Bring to a boil, add shrimp, and immediately turn off heat. Let sit until pink, opaque, and barely cooked through, about 3 minutes. Drain, transfer to a large bowl, and let cool.
  • Add tomato, onion, cucumber, chiles, lime juice, and cilantro to shrimp. Season with salt. Chill until ready to use.
  • If frying tortillas, fit a large skillet with candy or deep-fry thermometer; pour in oil to measure 1". Heat over medium-high until thermometer registers 375°F. Fry tortillas in batches until crispy, turning every 30 seconds, about 2 minutes total. Drain on paper towel-lined baking sheets and season with salt.
  • Spread 1 heaping Tbsp. Hold-the-Lime Guacamole on a tostada shell. Top with 1/4 cup shrimp salad, then lettuce, crema, queso fresco, and salsa. Repeat with remaining tostada shells. Serve at room temperature.
  • Shrimp salad can be chilled for up to 1 day. Bring to room temperature before serving.

SHRIMP TACOS WITH CUCUMBER SALAD



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This recipe came from Womans Day Magazine... the tacos are delicious and easy to make... I substituded the Caribbean Jerk with Adobo (and another time with Lemon Pepper Seasoning) both worked out great...

Provided by ingridmv

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 2 Tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups kirby cucumbers, sliced
1/2 cup radish, sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
8 corn tortillas
24 raw jumbo shrimp, peeled (about 1 lb.)
1 tablespoon caribbean jerk seasoning (or Adobo)
2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Salad: Combine ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Tacos: Coat a large nonstick skillet with nonstick spray; heat over medium heat. Add tortillas in a single layer 2 or 3 at a time and cook over medium-high heat 2 minutes, or until light golden in spots and softened. Remove to a plate and cover with foil to keep tortillas warm and pliable.
  • Sprinkle shrimp with jerk seasoning or Adobo. Coat same skillet with nonstick spray; heat over medium heat. Add shrimp; saute 3 minutes or until cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  • Toss remaining taco ingredients in a bowl until blended.
  • To assemble the Tacos: Top each tortilla with about 1/2 cup cabbage mixture and 3 shrimp. Fold in half to eat. Serve with the salad.

FIESTA SHRIMP TACOS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 packages (12 oz each) SeaPak® Popcorn Shrimp
8-10 flour tortillas, heated according to package directions
14 oz bag cole slaw mix (shredded cabbage)
8 oz white cheddar cheese, shredded
1 large tomato, diced
2 cans sliced black olives
Lime wedges, if desired
8 oz sour cream
1 oz packet ranch dressing mix
1.25 oz packet taco seasoning
Milk, as needed to thin

Steps:

  • BAKE shrimp according to package directions.
  • COMBINE sauce ingredients, adding taco seasoning to taste. Thin sauce if need with 1-2 tablespoons of milk.
  • SPREAD a tablespoon of sauce over each warm tortilla, shredded cabbage, cheese, tomato and olives. Top with cooked shrimp. Serve with lime wedges, if desired.

GRILLED SHRIMP WITH PINEAPPLE CUCUMBER SALSA



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Make and share this Grilled Shrimp With Pineapple Cucumber Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dole9027

Categories     Pineapple

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice wine vinegar, divided
2 tablespoons frozen DOLE Pineapple Juice, thawed
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 cup peeled fresh DOLE Pineapple, 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup peeled and seeded cucumber, 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
1 tablespoon slivered of fresh mint
1 tablespoon slivered fresh basil
3/4-1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (6 ounce) bag DOLE Tender Garden
1 lime, quartered

Steps:

  • Mix 1 tablespoon vinegar and juice in a small bowl. Whisk in olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, and herbs in a medium bowl. Stir in remaining vinegar; gently toss to coat.
  • Thread shrimp on skewers. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill shrimp over medium heat, 1-2 minutes on each side, or until lightly charred and just cooked through.
  • Arrange salad on plates. Divide shrimp between each salad. Top with pineapple cucumber salsa; drizzle with vinaigrette. Garnish each salad with a lime wedge.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.3, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 179.2, Sodium 806.1, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 19.7

SHRIMP TACO SALAD



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I created this main-dish salad to satisfy our family's love of shrimp. It has lots of contrasting textures, including firm taco-seasoned shrimp, crispy tortilla strips and hearty black beans. A convenient bag of salad greens cuts down on prep time, so I can have this meal ready in half an hour. -Ellen Morrell, Hazleton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 envelope taco seasoning, divided
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons diced green or sweet red pepper
6 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon sugar
3 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (8 ounces) ready-to-serve salad greens
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 cups (8 ounces) finely shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Place shrimp in a large bowl; sprinkle with half of the taco seasoning. Set aside. In a small bowl, whisk 1/2 cup oil, onion, vinegar, green pepper, garlic, coriander and sugar; set aside., In a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add tortilla chips; stir-fry until golden. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with remaining taco seasoning. In same skillet, cook and stir shrimp 8-10 minutes or until shrimp turn pink., In a large bowl, combine beans, salad greens, tomato, shrimp and tortilla strips. Just before serving, whisk dressing and pour over salad; sprinkle with cheese and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 27g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips & Conclusion

Cooking delicious shrimp tacos with cucumber salad is a delightful culinary experience that combines fresh flavors and textures. Here are some essential tips to ensure success in making this dish:

  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Opt for fresh, high-quality shrimp and vegetables to enhance the overall taste of the tacos and cucumber salad.
  • Properly Season the Shrimp: Don't skimp on seasonings for the shrimp. Use a flavorful blend of spices and herbs to create a tantalizing taste.
  • Cook the Shrimp Perfectly: Shrimp cooks quickly, so be vigilant to avoid overcooking. Cook the shrimp until they turn opaque and slightly pink, preserving their tender texture.
  • Make a Vibrant Cucumber Salad: The cucumber salad adds freshness and crunch to the tacos. Use a combination of thinly sliced cucumbers, red onions, and a tangy dressing made with rice vinegar or lime juice.
  • Assemble the Tacos with Care: Warm the tortillas briefly to make them pliable and easier to fold. Layer the shrimp, cucumber salad, and your favorite toppings, such as avocado slices, salsa, and cilantro, to create a harmonious blend of flavors.

In conclusion, creating shrimp tacos with cucumber salad is a delightful culinary journey that offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. By following these tips, you can elevate your taco-making skills and impress your friends and family with a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing. Experiment with different seasonings and toppings to create your own unique variations, making this recipe a staple in your culinary repertoire.

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