Cilantro Lime Shrimp
A quick and delightful dish of shrimp marinated in zesty lime and fresh cilantro, perfect for family gatherings or busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and mix to ensure they’re evenly coated in the marinade. Allow to marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat until it’s hot.
- Cook the marinated shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality shrimp. Adjust garlic and lime to taste and consider adding red pepper flakes for heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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