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Cilantro Lime Baked Shrimp Recipe

Cilantro Lime Baked Shrimp Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Cilantro Lime Baked Shrimp recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. The combination of zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and savory shrimp creates a delicious and light meal that pairs well with rice, tacos, or a refreshing salad.


Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • zest and juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, honey, lime zest, lime juice, chopped cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the shrimp: Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss until well coated.
  4. Bake: Arrange the shrimp in a baking dish, pour any remaining marinade over the top, and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  5. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with extra cilantro, and serve with lime wedges for squeezing.

Notes

  • Great served over rice, in tacos, or with a fresh green salad.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg