Are you looking for a quick, delicious, and healthy recipe to add to your meal rotation? Look no further than this Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Wrap! This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. The combination of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and spicy kick from the jalapeño will have you coming back for more.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Wrap
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Are you looking for a quick, delicious, and healthy recipe to add to your meal rotation? Look no further than this Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Wrap! This recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch. The combination of succulent shrimp, creamy avocado, and spicy kick from the jalapeño will have you coming back for more.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 whole wheat tortillas
- Optional toppings: sliced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, diced bell peppers
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Prepare the shrimp: Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until pink and cooked through.
- Prepare the avocado: Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit. Dice the avocado and place in a bowl.
- Add the red onion and cilantro: Add the diced red onion and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the avocado.
- Add the jalapeño: Finely chop the jalapeño pepper and add to the bowl.
- Squeeze the lime juice: Squeeze the lime juice over the avocado mixture and toss to combine.
- Assemble the wraps: Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
- Add the shrimp and avocado mixture: Add the cooked shrimp and avocado mixture to the center of each tortilla.
- Add optional toppings: Add any desired toppings, such as sliced tomatoes or shredded lettuce.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the wraps immediately and enjoy!
Tips and Variations:
- Use pre-cooked shrimp to save time on cooking.
- Add some heat to your wrap by using more jalapeño pepper or adding diced hot sauce.
- Swap out the avocado for guacamole or sliced tomatoes.
- Add some crunch by sprinkling chopped nuts or seeds on top of the wrap.
This Spicy Shrimp and Avocado Wrap is a quick, delicious, and healthy recipe that’s perfect for any meal. The combination of protein-rich shrimp, healthy fats from the avocado, and complex carbohydrates from the whole wheat tortilla will keep you full and satisfied. Give it a try and enjoy!