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Shrimp Tacos with Watermelon Pico de Gallo

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy these vibrant shrimp tacos topped with fresh watermelon pico de gallo for a perfect summer meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed

Oil

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Spices & Seasonings

  • 2 teaspoons smoked Spanish paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground chile powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Pico de Gallo

  • 3 cups seedless watermelon, diced into small 1/2" cubes
  • 1 large red or white onion, diced
  • 1 small bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 2 fresh limes juiced
  • 0.5 teaspoon red chile flakes or minced jalapeño/serrano

Sauce

  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Tortillas

  • 12 small soft tortillas (corn or wheat)

Additional

  • as needed lime wedges for serving

Instructions 

  • Combine shrimp with oil, paprika, cumin, cayenne, and salt; set aside.
  • Mix watermelon, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and chile flakes; chill until serving.
  • Whisk mayonnaise, lime juice, and cumin to make sauce.
  • Sauté shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Assemble tacos: spread sauce on tortillas, add shrimp, top with pico de gallo, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, char the shrimp slightly on the edges.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Shrimp