15-Minute Spicy Shrimp Wraps with Avocado & Lime – Easy Lunch Idea

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.