These Sheet Pan Crispy Shrimp Tacos are a quick, healthy, and flavor-packed meal featuring juicy oven-baked shrimp, crunchy cabbage slaw, and a creamy avocado sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, these healthy shrimp tacos are perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or Taco Tuesday.
⏱️ Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients
The Handheld Base
- 8 low-carb tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
The Sheet Pan Seafood
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
The Crunchy Slaw
- 2 cups shredded purple cabbage
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Pinch of salt
The Creamy Avocado Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 garlic clove
- Salt, to taste
- Splash of water, as needed
👩🍳 How to Make It
1. Prepare the Shrimp
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the shrimp in a single layer on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with taco seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
2. Bake Until Juicy
Bake the shrimp for 8–10 minutes, or until they turn bright pink and are just cooked through. Avoid overcooking to keep them tender and juicy.
3. Make the Crunchy Slaw
While the shrimp bakes, combine the shredded purple cabbage, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Toss well and let it sit for a few minutes to slightly soften while maintaining its crisp texture.
4. Blend the Creamy Avocado Sauce
Add the avocado, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, and a splash of water to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, creamy, and thick. Add a little more water if needed to reach your preferred consistency.
5. Assemble the Tacos
Warm the low-carb tortillas. Fill each tortilla with a generous layer of crunchy cabbage slaw, then top with the baked shrimp. Drizzle generously with the creamy avocado sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.
🥗 Nutrition (Per Serving)
Calories: Approximately 390 kcal
Protein: Approximately 28g
