Taco de Camarón

Taco de Camarón is a delightful and nutritious twist on the traditional taco, featuring succulent shrimp marinated in zesty spices and served in a fresh lettuce wrap. This Paleo-friendly burger is packed with flavor and perfect for those seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Sea salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Romaine lettuce leaves - 4 large
• Avocado - 1, sliced
• Tomato - 1, diced
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Jalapeño - 1, sliced (optional)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the shrimp, lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the marinated shrimp. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
3. While the shrimp are cooking, prepare the lettuce wraps by rinsing and drying the romaine leaves.
4. Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the heat and assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of shrimp into each lettuce leaf.
5. Top the shrimp with avocado slices, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, and finely chopped red onion. Add jalapeño slices if desired for extra heat.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your Paleo Taco de Camarón!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

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