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Close-up of cilantro lime shrimp lettuce wraps topped with pico de gallo and lime

Cilantro Lime Shrimp Lettuce Wraps

Cajun-seasoned cilantro lime shrimp served in crisp Bibb lettuce cups with pico de gallo, red onion and fresh lime.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course dinner, lunch

Ingredients
  

  • olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons garlic
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
  • 1/3 cup lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 4 teaspoons peppercorn seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 pound small shrimp
  • 1 container Bibb lettuce leaves separated, for the wraps
  • 1 red onion diced, for garnish
  • 1 cup pico de gallo for garnish
  • 1 bundle cilantro
  • 3 small limes sliced

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and garlic and sauté for one minute.
  • Add the lime zest, lime juice, Cajun seasoning, peppercorn seasoning, salt, pepper and shrimp. Cook until the shrimp are pink, about seven to ten minutes.
  • Turn off the heat and transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl.
  • Spoon the shrimp into the lettuce leaves. Top with red onion, pico de gallo, cilantro and a lime slice.
  • Serve and enjoy!