Go Back

Low-Carb Keto Shrimp Taco Lettuce Wraps - Fresh, Fast, and Flavor-Packed

Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Shrimp: 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or large)
  • Lettuce: 1 head butter lettuce or romaine hearts (sturdy leaves work best)
  • Avocado: 1 ripe avocado, sliced or diced
  • Red Cabbage: 1 cup thinly shredded (for crunch and color)
  • Red Onion: 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh Cilantro: A small handful, chopped
  • Lime: 1–2 limes (zest and juice)
  • Olive Oil or Avocado Oil: 1–2 tablespoons
  • Spices for Shrimp: 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4–1/2 teaspoon salt, pinch of black pepper
  • Optional Heat: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne or a few dashes hot sauce
  • Crema: 1/3 cup sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional for richness), zest of 1/2 lime, juice of 1/2 lime, pinch of salt
  • Extras: Diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, cotija or feta crumbles, or a sugar-free salsa

Method
 

  1. Prep the lettuce cups: Gently separate the lettuce leaves, rinse, and pat dry. Choose the larger, cup-shaped leaves. Keep them chilled for extra crunch.
  2. Make the lime crema: In a small bowl, whisk sour cream (or yogurt), mayo (if using), lime zest, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Adjust with more lime if you like it tangy. Set aside.
  3. Mix the spice blend: In a separate bowl, combine chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using.
  4. Season the shrimp: Pat shrimp dry with paper towels. Toss with oil and the spice blend until evenly coated.
  5. Cook the shrimp: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add a drizzle of oil, then the shrimp in a single layer. Cook 1.5–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Squeeze fresh lime over the shrimp right in the pan.
  6. Prep toppings: While shrimp cooks, slice avocado, shred cabbage, and chop cilantro. Slice onion thinly so it doesn’t overpower.
  7. Assemble: Lay out lettuce leaves. Add a small bed of cabbage, then shrimp, avocado, onion, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime crema. Finish with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of salt.
  8. Serve immediately: These taste best when the shrimp are warm and the lettuce is crisp. Add hot sauce or cheese if you like.