Cooking for One? Here's 5 Recipes to Try
Cooking for One? Here's 5 Recipes to Try is a easy Mexican recipe that serves 1. 320 calories per serving. Recipe by ATK Full Episodes on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 10 min | Total: 35 min
Cost: $5.81 total, $5.81 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Plain Greek Yogurt (full‑fat, can substitute sour cream)
- 1 whole Lime (zest and juice; about 1 tsp zest and 1 tbsp juice)
- 1 pinch Salt (for crema and seasoning shrimp)
- 0.5 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium size, thawed if frozen)
- 0.25 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Chipotle Powder (adds smoky heat)
- 0.25 cup Frozen Corn Kernels (can use fresh corn cut from cob)
- 5 pieces Cherry Tomatoes (quartered; grape tomatoes work too)
- 2 pieces Corn Tortillas (6‑inch, warmed before serving)
- 1 teaspoon Olive Oil (for skillet)
- 2 sprigs Fresh Cilantro (whole leaves for garnish)
Instructions
Make Lime Yogurt Crema
In a mixing bowl combine the Greek yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth.
Time: PT3M
Season Shrimp
Place the thawed shrimp in a bowl. Sprinkle with dried oregano, garlic powder, chipotle powder, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat evenly.
Time: PT2M
Char Corn
Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly charred, about 2 minutes.
Time: PT2M
Sauté Tomatoes
Add the quartered cherry tomatoes to the same skillet, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and sauté for another 2 minutes until just softened.
Time: PT2M
Cook Shrimp
Add a splash more oil if the pan looks dry. Place the seasoned shrimp in a single layer. Let them sear untouched for 1 minute, then flip each shrimp and cook another minute. Cover the skillet and let sit off‑heat for 1‑2 minutes until opaque and tender.
Time: PT5M
Warm Tortillas
While the shrimp finish, heat a second skillet or the same skillet on high. Warm each tortilla for about 20‑30 seconds per side until pliable and lightly charred.
Time: PT2M
Assemble Tacos
Place a tortilla on a plate, add a spoonful of the lime yogurt crema, a handful of charred corn and tomatoes, then top with 3‑4 shrimp. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and an extra drizzle of crema if desired.
Time: PT3M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 22 g
- Carbohydrates
- 30 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 4 g
Dietary info: Pescatarian, Gluten‑Free (if using corn tortillas)
Allergens: Shellfish, Dairy
Last updated: April 23, 2026








