These cilantro lime shrimp wraps are light, fresh and so flavorful. They’re high protein so they’re going to keep you full too! Top them with my Creamy Garlic Cilantro Sauce and your family is going to want these on the permanent dinner rotation!

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Why you’ll love this

These cilantro lime shrimp lettuce wraps are one of my all time favorite easy meals, and that’s saying something!

They’re quick, they’re easy, and they’re absolutely delicious. Garlic, cilantro, and lime- is there a better flavor combination?

Shrimp works so well in these wraps because they pair so well with the flavors and they cook way quicker than most proteins. This easy shrimp recipe is perfect when you only have a little time and need a quick lunch!

With 32g of protein per wrap, it’s a great option to reach for when you want a fast high-protein lunch or dinner.

I created my Creamy Garlic Cilantro Sauce specifically for these shrimp wraps but you can also use hot sauce or even a drizzle of your favorite ranch dressing (or my Buffalo Ranch Sauce!).

This cilantro lime shrimp recipe is also perfect for turning into a rice bowl or served on top of a salad, too. You can even serve them shrimp taco-style on a soft or hard taco shell.

Let’s get into what you need to make these flavor-packed shrimp wraps.

Ingredients

• Shrimp: You’ll need peeled and deveined raw shrimp with the tails off.
• Garlic: Lots of fresh cloves garlic! Use this garlic grater to make your life easier in the kitchen.
• Olive oil: I like to use extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil best.
• Spices: Cumin, salt and pepper. You can also use garlic powder if you don’t have fresh garlic or want extra garlic flavor.
• Lime juice: Use a citrus squeezer to make your life easier. This is a major kitchen staple! You could also use lemon juice.
• Cilantro: Fresh cilantro adds a ton of fresh herby flavor to these wraps and pairs so well with the lime and garlic.
• Green onion: Sliced green onion adds the perfect amount of mild onion flavor and texture to these shrimp wraps.
• Romaine lettuce: For the “wrap”, I like to use large pieces of romaine lettuce. Butter lettuce or Boston Bibb lettuce works great here, too. You just need any lettuce that you can wrap the shrimp up in! If you need a low-carb option, lettuce wraps are great (or if you just like the crunch!).
• Flour tortillas (optional): You can also use a flour tortilla to wrap these up, too! These Mission Carb Balance Tortillas are my favorite because they’re packed with fiber, too.
• Creamy Cilantro Garlic Sauce: This creamy cilantro garlic sauce is creamy, zesty, and the perfect addition to these shrimp wraps. It only takes a few minutes to whip up, and it’s so worth it!

Step-by-step instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, and salt and pepper.

2. In a large bowl, combine shrimp and garlic lime mixture. Toss shrimp with the sauce.

3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and sauce.

4. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side or until just pink.

5. Shut off the heat and stir in the cilantro. Add extra salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Serve shrimp in romaine lettuce “wraps” or in a flour tortilla.

6. Top with green onions and Cilantro Garlic Sauce and enjoy! You can also serve with extra lime wedges or even sprinkle some lime zest on top.

Note: You can serve your lettuce wrap in a flour tortilla if you prefer!

Recipe FAQ

Can I serve these in a flour tortilla instead?

Yes, absolutely!  These are my favorite option for flour tortillas. You could also serve the cilantro lime shrimp over a bed of lettuce or rice. They have a whole wheat tortilla option too!

How to store

Store leftover shrimp in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

What to serve with these cilantro lime shrimp wraps

I love serving these with a side of rice, but they go great with these recipes, too!

• Healthy Cowboy Caviar
• Sweet & Tangy Bell Pepper Slaw
• 5-Minute Guacamole
• Angel Hair Pasta Salad with Lemon Parmesan Vinaigrette

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1. Garlic grater 
2. Lemon/lime juicer 

Variations

• Cilantro lime shrimp rice bowls: Serve with rice and roasted cauliflower or broccoli for an easy bowl-style meal with any other favorite toppings you enjoy, like jalapeños or fresh salsa.
• Cilantro lime shrimp salads: Serve over mixed greens and add sliced bell peppers, sliced avocado, cucumbers and tomatoes. Toss with 2-Minute Honey Lime Vinaigrette and serve with extra lime wedges.
• Cilantro lime shrimp tacos: Serve them in a flour or corn tortilla with some pico de gallo, red onion and sour cream for shrimp tacos.
• Make it spicy! Add chili powder or crushed red pepper flakes or drizzle with hot sauce for some spice. Or drizzle with Buffalo Ranch Sauce.

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