Mexican shrimp tacos with avocado, tomato, mango salsa on rustic stone table.

Tropical Shrimp Tacos with Mango-Pineapple Salsa

Name: Tropical Shrimp Tacos with Mango-Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs. large shrimp, peeled and deveined; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1 tsp. chili powder; 1/4 tsp. onion powder; 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; Juice of half a lime; 2 mangoes, chopped (roughly 2 cups); 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (if canned, drain very well); 1/2 red bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced; 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; Juice of half a lime; 1 tsp. agave nectar (to taste); Plenty of salt (to taste); Splash of rice wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar; 8 corn or flour taco tortillas; Crumbled queso fresco; Chopped cilantro, for garnish

July 21, 2022

mango shrimp tacos

Nothing says summer more than delicious tropical fruits like sweet mango, juicy pineapple, and fresh lime. Pair them all with the protein-rich shrimp and peppery spices and you have the makings for a great taco!

We love this recipe because it perfectly blends sweet, savory, and heat. Plus, the vibrant colors of the mango-pineapple salsa are simply gorgeous and uplifting. Even if made on a rainy day, these tacos will bring a smile to your face.

Shrimp work so well in tacos in that they are firm, meaty, and mild, allowing them to take on just about any flavor with ease. And unlike fish tacos, they will not flake and crumble. They're also packed with filling protein and are a heart-healthy protein.

We hope you enjoy these tropical shrimp tacos as much as we do!