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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipe
Impress everyone with this easy shrimp recipe that’s bursting with fresh summer flavor. This recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make and you’ll wish you made a double batch because it’s THAT good! Whether you choose the grill or the skillet, this Cilantro Lime Shrimp recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
14 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 153 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American , Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp 21-25 ct, peeled and deveined
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1 Tbsp lime juice plus more to serve
- 1 Tbsp cilantro finely chopped, plus more to serve
- 1 garlic clove finely minced
- 1/4 tsp fine sea salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground paprika
- 1/2 Tbsp honey
- 1 lime cut into wedges for serving, optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 1 Tbsp olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and honey, and stir together to combine. Add the shrimp and stir to coat.
- To Sauté: Preheat a large non-stick, non-reactive skillet over medium/high heat. Add 1 Tbsp oil to the pan and once the pan is hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and sauté for 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through.
- To Grill the Shrimp: Start by preheating the grill to medium/high heat and soak wooden skewers for 10 minutes to ensure they won’t burn on the grill. Oil the grates to prevent sticking. Combine the shrimp with the marinade then skewer them. Grill for 1-2 minutes per side or just until cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and then immediately transfer the shrimp to a serving dish to prevent overcooking. Garnish with more cilantro if desired and serve with lime wedges for squeezing.
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Notes
- You’ll want to cook right away after the shrimp is combined with the cilantro lime marinade. Do not marinate for longer than 10 minutes or the shrimp will turn rubbery from the lime juice.
Nutrition Information
Calories
153kcal
(8%)
Carbs
4g
Protein
16g
(32%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
143mg
(48%)
Sodium
788mg
(33%)
Potassium
145mg
(4%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
337IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
65mg
(7%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 153
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 153kcal | 8% |
| Carbs | 4g | |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 143mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 788mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 145mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 337IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.