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Cilantro Lime Shrimp

These Cilantro Lime Shrimp are easy, healthy recipe that is a quick Mexican dinner packed with protein. Throw them in some tacos for some Cilantro Lime Tacos!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 197 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds fresh shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 /4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/3 /3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Heat a large frying pan on medium-high heat. Add oil to the pan, when the oil is hot add the shrimp and season with salt and pepper. When the shrimp is cooked on one side, about 2 minutes, turn over and add the garlic and red pepper flakes.
  2. Sauté another minute or two until shrimp is cooked and pink, careful not to overcook. Remove from heat. Squeeze lime all over shrimp and toss with cilantro.
  3. Serve hot over rice or a salad. Makes 4 servings at 197 calories a serving.

Notes

  • slightly adapted from SkinnyTaste

Nutrition Information

Calories 197kcal (10%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 197

% Daily Value*

Calories 197kcal 10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.