Description
Chili Lime Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports you to a tropical paradise with every bite. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty chili-lime mixture, grilled to perfection, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests without the fuss. Serve it as an appetizer or main course alongside fresh salads or rice for a delightful meal that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, chili powder, minced garlic, and olive oil to create the marinade.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F/200°C).
- Thread shrimp onto skewers (soaked if wooden). Grill each side for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving alongside lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg