20+ BEST Sides for Shrimp Tacos

Taco Tuesday just got tastier with these easy sides for shrimp tacos. Imagine you have the perfect taco, but want to make it a more complete meal. Our handpicked collection of the best side dishes for shrimp tacos will take taco night to the next level.

Looking for what to serve with shrimp tacos? Whip up my beer battered shrimp tacos or shrimp tacos with slaw and a pitcher of frozen limeade margaritas with any of these shrimp taco sides for a delicious meal. My favorite tacos are seasoned with my easy taco seasoning, and any of these shrimp taco side dishes will make your meal mouthwatering.

I grew up and currently live in Texas, a state deeply rooted in Tex-Mex and Mexican cuisine and a passion for tacos. I'm surrounded by a variety of tacos and authentic Mexican food daily, so I like to think of myself as an expert in crafting and enjoying tacos. In this recipe roundup you will find a mix of classic shrimp taco side dishes and toppings as well as some unique ideas.

Sides for Shrimp Tacos

Whether you're looking for classic, unique, or healthy taco sides I have rounded up the best. So, grab your corn tortillas, whip up some tacos, and pick one or two of these delicious sides to enjoy.

Spanish Cauliflower Rice

For a low-carb side dish for shrimp tacos, make this Mexican rice with simple ingredients in about 10 minutes.

Cauliflower Spanish Rice

Cauliflower Spanish Rice is the perfect low-carb side dish for Tex-Mex recipes. This Mexican rice is flavorful and easy to make to serve with shrimp tacos.

Cauliflower Spanish rice recipe

Charred Corn

When making tacos, I like to use corn as a side dish or as a topping. Cooked on the stovetop, this simple side dish is ready in 10 minutes - perfect for busy weeknights!

Skillet Charred Corn

This easy blackened corn recipe results in perfectly caramelized and seasoned corn kernels, whether using frozen or canned corn.

Charred corn recipe

Guacamole

Pair this creamy avocado dip with hot sauce and tortilla chips for a classic Tex-Mex side dish.

Homemade Guacamole

This is the best guacamole! Flavored-packed and takes less than 5 minutes to make!

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Jicama Salad

This crisp, crunchy, and colorful jicama slaw is a delicious way to eat fresh vegetables. And everything gets tossed in a zesty southwest dressing. 

Crunchy Jicama Salad

This colorful jicama salad has jicama, chopped fresh vegetables, pumpkin seeds and cotija cheese. It's a tasty side dish for Mexican food.

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Refried Beans

Ditch the canned version and make refried beans using dry pinto beans.

Instant Pot Refried Beans

Instant Pot refried beans are an easy side dish that you can make to go along with almost any meal. Your family will love this easy recipe.

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Patatas Bravas

On a recent trip to Spain, I was introduced to these Spanish fried potatoes with a zesty tomato sauce. They were the perfect accompaniment to all our meals.

Patatas Bravas (Spanish Fried Potatoes)

Patatas bravas are a popular Spanish tapas / snack, originating from Madrid. Learn how to make authentic patatas bravas with this easy recipe.

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Tortilla Soup

In the cooler months, enjoy a bowl of tortilla soup. Kind of like a soup and sandwich combo, but make it a soup and taco!

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Rotisserie chicken tortilla soup is the perfect weeknight meal-easy to make, delicious, and ready in no time!

Rotisserie chicken tortilla soup recipe

Cabbage Slaw

If you're looking for a healthy side dish for shrimp tacos, this red cabbage slaw is a great option.

Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw

Cilantro Lime Red Cabbage Slaw recipe is quick and easy and is the perfect slaw for tacos. This recipe only requires 10 minutes to make!

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Cilantro Lime Rice

Rice is a classic and great side dish for shrimp tacos, but this white rice is flavored with cilantro and lime juice is a unique twist.

Cilantro Lime Rice

This cilantro lime rice is fluffy long grain rice that's flavored with garlic, plenty of cilantro and fresh lime juice.

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Charro Beans

Recreate the flavors of my favorite Mexican restaurant at home with this recipe.

Charro Beans

These charro beans are pinto beans simmered with bacon, tomatoes, chilies and spices, all in a hearty broth. A flavorful side dish for shrimp tacos.

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Black Bean Dip

Use canned black beans to create this creamy dip full of flavor in 10 minutes.

Black Bean Dip

This Black Bean Dip Recipe is creamy, a little spicy, and full of so many flavors with each bite and is essential for all home cooks.

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Jalapeno Poppers

These spicy bites are one of my favorite appetizers, but they can also be eaten as a unique Tex-Mex side dish.

Jalapeno Poppers

Spicy Jalapeno Poppers, filled with creamy cheese laced with ranch and topped with crunchy breadcrumbs. An easy appetizer for any party!

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What to Serve with Shrimp Tacos

Let's taco 'bout sauces and our favorite toppings for shrimp tacos! Grab your warm tortillas, pile on the juicy shrimp, and pick a sauce to make the taco burst with flavor.

Jalapeno Sauce

I like to drizzle this mouthwatering sauce on all Tex-Mex foods as well as serve it as a dip with chips. This is the perfect spicy and creamy sauce for shrimp tacos, or mix with shredded cabbage for a creamy slaw.

Creamy Jalapeno Sauce

Elevate a variety of dishes with homemade creamy jalapeno sauce. Ideal as a dip, dressing, or taco sauce, jalapeno cream sauce is a condiment that is easy to make in a few minutes using simple ingredients.

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Mango Salsa

Add a burst of freshness, red onions, and sweet fruits to your shrimp taco. Peach and mango pair perfectly with seafood making a delicious tropical taco combination.

Mango Pico de Gallo

Tropical meets traditional! This easy Mango Pico de Gallo recipe is a fresh, slightly spicy, and tropical twist on a classic.

Mango pico de gallo recipe

Avocado Salsa

Salsa translates to the word sauce, and this avocado sauce is great addition to Mexican foods like tacos. If you are an avocado lover, like myself, this will be one of your new go-to shrimp taco toppings.

Avocado Salsa

Avocado Salsa (aka Salsa de Aguacate) can be drizzled on Mexican food tacos, burritos, taquitos, or served with tortilla chips.

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Baja Sauce

Baja sauce is a popular shrimp taco sauce and sauce for fish tacos because of its spicy, tangy kick that compliments seafood.

Easy Baja Sauce

Baja sauce is creamy and tangy with a little spicy kick! A tasty addition to fish tacos, shrimp tacos and seafood (but don't let that limit you)!

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Roasted Tomato Salsa

Make this fresh salsa in the food processor using Roma tomatoes, white onions, fresh lime juice, and spices like cayenne pepper.

Roasted Tomato Salsa

Our homemade Roasted Tomato Salsa recipe is an easy-to-make, fresh salsa. It's the perfect pairing for your favorite chips or as a condiment for any of your Mexican-inspired dishes.

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Cilantro Lime Dressing

This dressing comes together quickly with olive oil and fresh cilantro, perfect for a Tex-Mex salad or to drizzle over tacos.

Cilantro Lime Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this Homemade Cilantro Lime Dressing! A blend of creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and a whisper of garlic and jalapeño creates a dressing that's nutritious.

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More Shrimp Taco Sides & Toppings

If you're still looking for what goes with shrimp tacos, here are some additional shrimp taco sides and topping ideas:

• Mexican street corn pasta salad
• Jalapeno popper potato salad
• Spicy pico de gallo recipe
• Cheese: shredded or melted cheese, cotija cheese, or queso fresco
• Grilled or roasted vegetables
• Green onions
• Sour cream

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