Honey Lime Marinade for Shrimp
Infuse your shrimp with the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors using this Honey Lime Marinade for Shrimp. Crafted from a delectable blend of fresh lime juice, luscious honey, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika, this quick and easy marinade transforms simple shrimp into a show-stopping dish. With just 10 minutes of preparation and a short marination time, the juicy shrimp absorb the vibrant citrus zing and a hint of smoky spice, making it ideal for grilling, sautéing, or broiling. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with sides like fluffy rice, charred veggies, or a crisp green salad. Serve up effortless elegance with this honey lime shrimp marinade, sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Shrimp (peeled & deveined)
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 3 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Place the peeled and deveined shrimp into a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
Pour the marinade over the shrimp, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
Seal the bag (or cover the dish with plastic wrap) and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour for the shrimp to absorb the flavors. Do not marinate for longer than 1 hour to prevent the shrimp from becoming mushy due to the acidity of the lime juice.
When ready to cook, remove the shrimp from the marinade and discard any unused marinade. Cook the shrimp as desired – grill over medium-high heat, sauté in a skillet, or broil in a hot oven – until the shrimp turn pink and opaque (approximately 2-3 minutes per side).
Serve hot with your favorite side dishes such as rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
930 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2624 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.9 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 111.6 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1385 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
