Description
Grilled shrimp tacos with pineapple salsa bring the vibrant flavors of summer straight to your table. Juicy, marinated shrimp are grilled to perfection and nestled in warm tortillas, topped with a refreshing pineapple salsa that balances sweetness and zest. This dish is perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, offering a delightful taste of a beach vacation in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple Salsa: In a bowl, mix diced pineapple, chopped red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Season the Shrimp: In another bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat Grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 400°F).
- Grill Shrimp: Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas on the grill or in a skillet until pliable.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with grilled shrimp and top with pineapple salsa. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 170mg