Grilled Cilantro Lime Shrimp Tacos with Chipotle Slaw

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Juicy cilantro lime grilled shrimp and a spicy chipotle slaw are the perfect pairing in these flavor-packed cilantro lime shrimp tacos!

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 5

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 308kcal

In a large bowl, combine cabbage, green onion, and chipotle. In a separate small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, honey, lime juice, and buttermilk until smooth. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated. Season slaw with salt and pepper to taste and refrigerate until ready to serve.

In a large shallow bowl, whisk lime juice, cilantro, honey, garlic, and olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Reserve 1/4 cup lime juice mixture and set aside in a separate bowl. Toss shrimp in remaining marinade and allow to marinate 15 minutes (do not let sit any longer otherwise the acidity will begin to cook the shrimp).
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat OR prepare a large nonstick pan to use indoors on stovetop by greasing well. Remove shrimp from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Grill shrimp on a sheet of nonstick aluminum foil on outdoor grill or on stovetop 3-5 minutes, turning once until shrimp is golden-brown.
Transfer grilled shrimp to a bowl and toss in reserved 1/4 cup marinade until evenly coated.
Assemble tacos by placing a few shrimp in warmed tortillas and top with slaw, freshly-squeezed lime, cilantro, and cotija cheese. Enjoy!

Storing Instructions

Tacos are best if served immediately after assembly.