Best Low Calorie Shrimp Tacos
Best Low Calorie Shrimp Tacos is a easy Mexican recipe that serves 1. 450 calories per serving. Recipe by Peter Martin on YouTube.
Prep: 12 min | Cook: 6 min | Total: 23 min
Cost: $13.81 total, $13.81 per serving
Ingredients
- 8 oz Shrimp (peeled, deveined, medium size)
- 3 pieces Low-Carb Tortillas (6‑inch, preferably almond‑flour or coconut‑flour based)
- 1 medium Avocado (ripe, flesh mashed)
- 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt (plain, full‑fat for creaminess)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (finely chopped)
- 2 stalks Green Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (extra‑virgin)
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed from about 1 lime)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 pinch Salt (to taste)
Instructions
Make the Cilantro‑Lime Yogurt Sauce
In a mixing bowl combine Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, sliced green onion, minced garlic, olive oil, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
Time: PT5M
Season the Shrimp
Pat the shrimp dry, then sprinkle lightly with salt (and optional pepper). Toss to coat evenly.
Time: PT2M
Cook the Shrimp
Heat the skillet over medium‑high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil, then place the shrimp in a single layer. Cook 3 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
Time: PT6M
Temperature: Medium‑high heat
Prepare the Mashed Avocado
While the shrimp rests, scoop the avocado flesh into a small bowl and mash with a fork until creamy. Add a tiny pinch of salt if desired.
Time: PT2M
Assemble the Tacos
Warm the low‑carb tortillas briefly (10 seconds each) in the same skillet or microwave. Spread a thin layer of mashed avocado on each tortilla, add 2–3 shrimp, drizzle with the cilantro‑lime yogurt sauce, and serve immediately.
Time: PT3M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 42 g
- Carbohydrates
- 18 g
- Fat
- 18 g
- Fiber
- 8 g
Dietary info: Low Carb, High Protein, Gluten-Free, Keto-Friendly
Allergens: Shellfish, Dairy
Last updated: April 19, 2026






