Description
Grilled Cilantro Lime Shrimp is a vibrant and mouthwatering dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This quick and easy recipe marries the zesty tang of lime with the freshness of cilantro, making it perfect for backyard barbecues, family dinners, or a simple weeknight meal. With just 15 minutes from prep to plate, you’ll impress your guests with succulent shrimp that are bursting with flavor. Serve them on skewers, nestled in tacos, or atop a refreshing salad for a delightful culinary experience that celebrates warm evenings and outdoor gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 medium lime (juiced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, vegetable oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin powder, paprika, salt, cayenne pepper, and cilantro until well combined.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto wooden skewers.
- Grill shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Serve hot with fresh lime wedges and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (112g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 130mg