Cilantro Lime Shrimp
This Cilantro Lime Shrimp is bright, fresh, packed with flavor, and incredibly simple to make. The zesty lime juice and fragrant cilantro create a delightful marinade for the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat.
- Marinate: Let the shrimp marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until it’s hot.
- Cook the Shrimp: Add the marinated shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they are pink and opaque.
- Serve & Garnish: Serve immediately with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor. Don’t marinate the shrimp for too long; 15-20 minutes is perfect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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