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Final cooked cilantro and chili lime shrimp
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Chili Lime Shrimp

These delicious chili and lime shrimp are loaded with flavor and perfect for a quick and easy low carb meal. Made with simple ingredients and quick to cook.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220kcal
Author Yumna Jawad

Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup lime juice plus zest of one lime
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves pressed
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro for serving
  • 1 lime cut into wedges, for serving

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Add the uncooked shrimp to the marinade, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Add shrimp to a large heated pan over medium heat, and cook until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and stir in cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

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Notes

Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container. They will last up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat in a skillet until warmed through.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 286mg | Sodium: 1182mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 216IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 3mg