Dinner

Low Carb Spicy Shrimp Tacos Recipe

ByRafael Mansero January 14, 2026January 14, 2026

Introduction

These low carb spicy shrimp tacos are a fresh, flavorful twist on a classic favorite. Loaded with zesty pico de gallo, creamy avocado mash, and perfectly seasoned shrimp, they’re wrapped in crisp romaine leaves for a light, satisfying meal.

Four lettuce wraps are placed on a white marbled surface in a scattered arrangement. Each wrap has a bright green, crisp lettuce leaf base filled with a colorful mix of yellow corn, red cherry tomato halves, and small pieces of red onion. On top, there are several grilled shrimp with a reddish-brown char and a slightly glossy texture. White creamy dressing is drizzled over the shrimp and vegetable mix, sprinkled with black and white sesame seeds. Green jalapeño slices and two whole green limes are positioned around the wraps, adding fresh green visual accents. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 oz cherry tomatoes, small diced
1/2 cup corn
1/2 small red onion, small diced
2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
1 small lime, juiced
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
1/2 lime, zest and juice
1/2 tsp sugar
2 avocados
1/2 lime, juiced
1 tbsp Sriracha sauce (or more)
24 shrimp, peeled and deveined
3/4 tsp garlic powder
3/4 tsp onion powder
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp Old Bay seasoning
8 large romaine leaves
Everything Bagel Seasoning
Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the pico de gallo by combining cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 2: Make the avocado mash by roughly mashing avocados with lime juice, Sriracha sauce, and salt in a medium bowl.
Step 3: Season shrimp with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, and Old Bay seasoning. Toss to coat evenly.
Step 4: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until pink and cooked through.
Step 5: Whisk together Greek yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, and sugar to make the crema. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 6: Wash and dry romaine leaves. To assemble each taco, spread a layer of avocado mash on the leaf, add a spoonful of pico de gallo, then place three shrimp on top.
Step 7: Drizzle with crema and sprinkle with Everything Bagel Seasoning before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt for a richer crema.
Swap romaine leaves for low carb tortillas if you prefer.
Add extra Sriracha to the avocado mash for more heat.
For a smoky flavor, grill the shrimp instead of pan-frying.

Storage

Store any leftover components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Avoid assembling tacos in advance to keep the romaine leaves crisp. Reheat cooked shrimp gently in a skillet or microwave before assembling.

How to Serve

The image shows several lettuce wraps arranged flat on a white marbled surface. Each wrap is made of a large bright green lettuce leaf forming the base layer. On top, there is a mix of colorful ingredients including yellow corn kernels, red cherry tomato halves, small pieces of red onion, and slices of green jalapeño peppers. Large pieces of grilled shrimp, browned with char marks, are placed evenly on the lettuce and vegetable mix. The wraps are drizzled with a white creamy sauce and sprinkled with sesame seeds and seasoning. A whole lime is placed in the background near the wraps. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?

Yes, frozen shrimp work well. Just thaw them completely and pat dry before seasoning and cooking to prevent excess moisture.

What can I substitute for Everything Bagel Seasoning?

You can use a mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, dried minced onion, and salt to mimic Everything Bagel Seasoning.

Rafael Mansero