Shrimp Tacos With Squash And Swiss Chard

Shrimp tacos are a meal the whole family can enjoy and with this healthy twist they remain just as flavorful yet packed with fresh seasonal veggies.

On a visit to my local farmer’s market I discovered a very small straightneck squash, this squash grown by the Amish is called Early Prolific Straightneck Squash. Cut vertically and roasted in olive oil and salt, this squash is just such a pretty addition to any meal and since I love squash it made for a great paring with our shrimp tacos. With Swiss Chard flourishing in the garden (you can also find it at the local farmer’s market or grocery store), I decided to incorporate this superfood into our meal. Not only is it a superfood packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and known to regulate blood pressure, Swiss Chard is also brain food in which studies show it protects the brain and improves mental function (lord knows I need that;).

So here’s a shrimp taco recipe that will satisfy your taste buds and feed you brain!

Shrimp Tacos With Squash and Swiss Chard, makes 8-10 tacos

2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp sea salt

1 small onion, sliced

1 1/2 cup small squash, sliced vertically

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp ground cayenne pepper

1 lb shrimp, (marinated for 30 minutes in 1/2 cup lime juice, 1 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 Tbsp olive oil)

1 cup Swiss Chard, chiffonade (tossed in 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and a drizzle of olive oil)

1 avocado, sliced

Salsa (recipe here)

Warm tortillas, flour or corn (recipe here for homemade tortillas)

Directions:

In a large saute pan over medium high heat, heat olive oil and salt. Reduce heat to medium when it starts to sizzle and add onion. Salute onion for 3-4 minutes then add squash. Season with paprika and cayenne pepper. Saute over medium heat, reducing to low if needed for 10 minutes.

Return heat to medium and add shrimp, saute for around 7 minutes stirring after 5 minutes to sear shrimp on one side.

Plate tortillas add shrimp, squash, and onion mixture to each taco. Top with Swiss Chard mixture, avocado, and salsa and serve.