Ingredients:

For the Chili Lime Shrimp:

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Zest and juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

For the Wraps:

  • Large lettuce leaves (such as iceberg or butter lettuce)
  • Avocado, sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Red onion, thinly sliced
  • Jalapeño slices (optional, for extra heat)

For the Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

For the Chili Lime Shrimp:

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, chili powder, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl, ensuring they are well coated in the marinade. Let it marinate for about 15-30 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the cooked shrimp.

For the Sauce:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Assembling the Wraps:

  1. Take a large lettuce leaf and spoon some of the chili lime shrimp onto it.
  2. Add slices of avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and jalapeño slices if desired.
  3. Drizzle the sauce over the filling.
  4. Fold or roll the lettuce leaf to create a wrap, securing it with toothpicks if necessary.
  5. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy your Chili Lime Shrimp Wraps!