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Cilantro Lime Shrimp

This delicious Cilantro Lime Shrimp is so versatile it works as an appetizer, a main course, or the perfect addition to a salad!
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: shrimp, cilantro, lime, recipe, appetizer, salad, main course
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 187kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 285mg | Sodium: 882mg | Potassium: 124mg | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 14.9mg | Calcium: 178mg | Iron: 2.6mg