Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Tacos are a delicious and vibrant dish perfect for grilling out. Combining succulent shrimp with sweet grilled pineapple, they offer a refreshing twist to your typical taco night.

This recipe is straightforward and ideal for summer gatherings. It highlights the flavors of the grill and can be easily customized with your favorite toppings.

Easy Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Tacos

This recipe features marinated shrimp grilled to perfection alongside pineapple chunks, all wrapped in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people, making it a great option for outdoor cooking.

Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Shrimp: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the shrimp and pineapple chunks, tossing to coat. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the Shrimp and Pineapple: Thread the shrimp and pineapple onto skewers. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
Warm the Tortillas: While the shrimp are grilling, warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side.

Assemble the Tacos: Remove the shrimp and pineapple from the skewers. Place a few pieces in each tortilla, and top with shredded cabbage, diced onion, and cilantro.
Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.