Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Crunchy Mango Cabbage Slaw
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Taco night deserves better than soggy tortillas. With these Blackened Shrimp Tacos, we're layering smoky shrimp and a bright mango cabbage slaw onto OA Gourmet Sandwich Slices — adding an extra 10g of protein and 2 servings of vegetables easily and deliciously.
These are light, crunchy, and packed with bold flavor — perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or impressing a crowd.
Ingredients
For the Tacos:
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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
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1 ½ tbsp olive oil, divided
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1 tbsp blackened seasoning (or a mix of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, oregano, salt, and pepper)
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6 OA Gourmet Sandwich Slices, lightly toasted
For the Mango Cabbage Slaw:
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1 cup shredded cabbage (red or green)
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1 ripe mango, julienned or thinly sliced
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½ avocado, diced
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2 scallions, thinly sliced
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1 jalapeño, minced (remove seeds for less heat)
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Handful of chopped cilantro
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Juice of 1 lime
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Salt, to taste
Instructions
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Make the Slaw:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cabbage, mango, avocado, scallions, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Toss well. Refrigerate while you prepare the shrimp. -
Season the Shrimp:
In a bowl, toss the shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and blackened seasoning until evenly coated. -
Cook the Shrimp:
Heat ½ tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for about 2–3 minutes per side, until cooked through and blackened. -
Assemble the Tacos:
Top each toasted Sandwich Slice with a generous spoonful of slaw and a few shrimp. Finish with an extra squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of cilantro, if desired.
Why Use OA Gourmet Sandwich Slices?
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10g of protein per serving
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2 full servings of vegetables
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Grain-free, keto-friendly, and packed with flavor
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Strong enough to hold all your toppings without getting soggy
It's everything you love about taco night — plus a healthy, veggie-packed upgrade.