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This delicious Cilantro Lime Shrimp is so versatile it works as an appetizer, a main course, or the perfect addition to a salad. I served my Cilantro Lime Shrimp as part of an appetizer/wine party this past weekend, and it was a huge hit! It has the perfect combination of tang from the lime and cilantro, with a touch of heat from the cayenne…..
My original plan was to cook them on the grill, but it just won’t stop raining!!! So it was into the oven just before my guests arrived.
How to make Cilantro Lime Shrimp:
Mix the oil, cilantro, garlic, lime juice and zest, cayenne, salt and pepper together in a large bowl…..
add the peeled and deveined shrimp {and the cilantro if you forgot it}…..
Mix together to coat the shrimp, then cover with plastic wrap and marinate for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees, or preheat the grill. If you are using a grill, soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before you use them. You won’t need to soak them if you are using the oven. 😉
Slide the shrimp and lime wedges {if using} onto the skewers and place them on a rimmed baking sheet…..
Bake or grill for 8 to 10 minutes, until thoroughly cooked and no longer opaque…..
Serve with the skewers, or slide shrimp off into a bowl if serving to small children…they like to use them as swords at the dinner table!
More delicious Shrimp Recipes:
- Shrimp Fried Rice
- Double Shrimp Pasta
- Shrimp Scampi Pizza
- Grilled Shrimp Tacos
- Zucchini Shrimp Scampi
Enjoy!!
Cilantro Lime Shrimp
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 medium limes juice and zest
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/16 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- sea salt and ground pepper to taste
- 1 pound 16 to 20 count shrimp peeled and deveined
- 4 skewers
- additional limes cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees, or preheat grill. If using a grill, soak wood skewers for 30 minutes.
- Mix oil, cilantro, lime juice and zest, garlic, cayenne, salt and pepper together in a large bowl.
- Add shrimp and stir to combine.
- Cover with plastic wrap and allow to marinate for 30 minutes.
- Slide shrimp onto skewers.
- Place skewers on a rimmed baking sheet and place in preheated oven.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until cooked through and no longer opaque.
- Serve with or without skewers.
Seana Turner says
I love cilantro and everything shrimp, so I’m keeping this one. I’m actually having a graduation party this Saturday and I’m thinking this would be a big hit. I always grow cilantro in the summer so I have it on hand.
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
I love cooking shrimp because it is so easy and delicious. Love the cilantro lime flavors! Perfect for summer grilling too!
Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says
Did you say cilantro? I’m in! This looks like a perfect summer meal. Can’t wait to try it! Pinned!
Jessy @ The Life Jolie says
What a great dinner this would be- I am such a lover of cilantro! Definitely pinning this!
I stopped by from Inspiration Monday.
Amanda @ The Anti Mom Blog says
these look delish! perfect for a bbq night! lime and cilantro are 2 of my favorite flavor combos – pinning 🙂
Kati says
My kids love shrimp so much, I need to try this recipe out this week. They would be so happy.
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
I LOVE cilantro lime shrimp and your photos are gorgeous! I think I need to try your version – SOON!
Carole West @ Garden Up Green says
Cilantro must big a big thing this summer because I’m seeing it everywhere. This shrimp looks amazing. Something light that’s high in iron =Yum!
Carole
Anita says
This recipe looks so delicious! Hi, I’m Anita visiting from Friday Linky Party.
Barbara Bianchi says
This looks awesome. I have lots of shrimp lovers in my home, too.
Love your photos! 🙂