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Fresh Mango Lime Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

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These fresh mango lime shrimp lettuce wraps are a light, refreshing, and easy meal combining juicy mango, tangy lime, and tender shrimp wrapped in crisp butter lettuce leaves.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp, fresh or thawed frozen
  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced (firm yet juicy like Ataulfo)
  • 8–10 butter lettuce leaves, washed and dried
  • 2 fresh limes, juiced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  3. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook about 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, chopped red onion, chopped cilantro (if using), and chili flakes (if using).
  5. Juice the limes into a small bowl. Whisk in honey, salt, and pepper. Pour the lime dressing over the mango mixture and toss gently.
  6. Add cooked shrimp to the mango mixture and toss delicately to combine.
  7. Lay out butter lettuce leaves on a plate. Spoon shrimp and mango mixture into each leaf (about 3-4 shrimp per wrap).
  8. Serve immediately to maintain lettuce crispness. Optionally garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Keep lettuce leaves dry using a salad spinner or pat dry with towels. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Drain excess mango juice if very juicy to prevent soggy wraps. Prep mango and lime dressing ahead if desired, but cook shrimp last for best texture.

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Keywords: shrimp lettuce wraps, mango lime shrimp, light meal, easy shrimp recipe, gluten-free, paleo, dairy-free, quick dinner

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