Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce

Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa & Creamy Cilantro Sauce a quick, tropical-inspired meal ready in 25 minutes. Juicy shrimp, sweet mango, and creamy cilantro lime sauce make these tacos the ultimate balance of fresh, zesty, and satisfying.

Prep time

10 minutes

Cook time

15 minutes

Total time

25 minutes

Yield

6 tacos

Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed

1 tbsp olive oil

¾ tsp chili powder

¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

¼ tsp garlic powder

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Mango Salsa:

1½ cups ripe mango, diced small

⅓ cup red bell pepper, finely chopped

1 small jalapeño, minced (remove seeds for mild)

2 tbsp red onion, finely diced

Juice of 1 lime

2 tbsp chopped cilantro

Pinch of salt

For the Creamy Cilantro Lime Sauce:

¾ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

⅓ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

1 tbsp lime juice

1 tsp honey

3 tbsp mild green salsa

Salt and pepper to taste

For Assembly:

6 small corn or flour tortillas

1½ cups shredded purple cabbage

Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the Mango Salsa: In a bowl, combine diced mango, red bell pepper, jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate while preparing shrimp and sauce.
2. Make the Creamy Cilantro Sauce: Blend sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, honey, and green salsa until smooth. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Chill until serving.
3. Cook the Shrimp: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss shrimp with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and lightly seared.
4. Assemble the Tacos: Warm tortillas until soft. Spread creamy cilantro sauce, top with cabbage, shrimp, and mango salsa. Add more sauce and a squeeze of lime before serving.

Notes

To make ahead, store salsa and sauce separately and cook shrimp just before serving.

Swap mango for pineapple or peach for a twist.

Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter, tangy sauce.

Add cotija cheese or avocado slices for extra richness.