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Shrimp Fajitas with Cilantro Lime Butter

Shrimp Fajitas features spiced rubbed shrimp, onions and bell peppers cooked in the oven, then smothered in cilantro lime butter. This mouthwatering Fajita recipe is made in a sheet pan in about 35 minutes!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 247 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon spice mix (recipe above)
For the Veggies
  • 3 bell peppers, sliced (any color combination)
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
Cilantro Lime Butter
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
For Serving (Choose your favorite)
  • Tortillas, chopped tomatoes, salsa, avocado slices, sour cream, guacamole, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, jalapeno slices

Instructions

Make the Spice Mix
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  1. In a small bowl combine the ground cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper and ground clove. Set aside.
Make the Fajitas
  1. Put the shrimp in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, soy sauce and 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture. Seal the bag and rub the spices into the shrimp. Refrigerate for 15 minutes and up to 2 hours.
  2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  3. Place the bell peppers and onions on the baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the spice mix. Toss until evenly coated and spread evenly on the baking sheet. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes. In the meantime, mix the cilantro lime butter ingredients (instructions below).
  4. Carefully remove the sheet pan from the oven and stir the vegetables. Move them to one side of the baking pan. Add the shrimp and spread them evenly trying to make sure they are all in one layer.
  5. Return the sheet pan to the oven and bake for another 6 to 8 minutes or until the shrimp is cook through.
  6. Remove from the oven and mix the vegetables and shrimp to combine. Drizzle the shrimp with the Cilantro Lime Butter and serve.
Cilantro Lime Butter
  1. Melt the butter in a small bowl. Add the cilantro, lime juice and minced garlic. Mix to combine

Nutrition Information

Calories 247kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 25g (50%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 301mg (100%) Sodium 1745mg (73%) Potassium 272mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 1749IU (35%) Vitamin C 67mg (74%) Calcium 209mg (21%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 247

% Daily Value*

Calories 247kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 25g 50%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 301mg 100%
Sodium 1745mg 73%
Potassium 272mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 1749IU 35%
Vitamin C 67mg 74%
Calcium 209mg 21%
Iron 4mg 22%

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