Shrimp Tacos with Jalapeno Ranch Sauce
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Serves: 3 (2 tacos each)
 
A fun take on tacos. This jalapeno ranch is finger-licking good - enjoy!
Ingredients
Tacos:
  • 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of one lime
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 6 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 2 cups lettuce, shredded
  • 6 Tbsp 2% cheddar cheese, shredded
Jalapeno Ranch:
  • 1 jalapeno, roasted, peeled and seeded
  • ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 Tbsp lowfat buttermilk
  • ¼ tsp dried parsley flakes
  • ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
  • ¼ tsp seasoned salt
  • ⅛ tsp onion powder
  • ⅛ tsp garlic powder
  • pinch of dried thyme
Instructions
  1. Combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic and chili powder, and cayenne in a bowl; whisk well. Add shrimp to bowl, toss to coat, and marinate for up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. Meanwhile, combine all the jalapeno ranch ingredients in a small bowl, mixing until smooth.
  3. Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook 4-5 minutes, or until cooked through.
  4. To assemble tacos, layer shrimp, shredded lettuce, tomatoes and cheese in each tacos and top with jalapeno ranch sauce. Serve immediately.
Notes
Recipe slightly adapted from Taste of Home Cooking and originally from Heather.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 2 tacos Calories: 372 Fat: 9.3 Carbohydrates: 29.3 Sugar: 6.0 Sodium: 494 Fiber: 4.3 Protein: 41.3 Cholesterol: 213
Recipe by Prevention RD at https://preventionrd.com/shrimp-tacos-with-jalapeno-ranch-sauce-weekly-menu/