Lime Marinade
Bright, zesty, and bursting with bold flavors, this Lime Marinade is your secret weapon for transforming proteins and vegetables into culinary masterpieces. Featuring fresh lime juice and lime zest as the star ingredients, it’s perfectly balanced with the earthy warmth of ground cumin and paprika, the natural sweetness of honey, and a fragrant kick of fresh cilantro. A touch of olive oil ensures a silky texture, while minced garlic and black pepper bring a savory depth. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile marinade is ideal for citrus lovers looking to elevate their chicken, fish, shrimp, or veggies with a vibrant, tangy bite. Serve up crowd-pleasing dishes packed with flavor by letting this tangy lime marinade work its magic—marinating for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for the ultimate infusion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice and lime zest to create a citrusy base.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking, ensuring it emulsifies with the lime juice.
Add the honey and continue whisking until fully incorporated.
Mix in the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper to infuse the marinade with bold, aromatic flavors.
Stir in the fresh cilantro, giving the marinade a herbaceous finish.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed, adding more lime juice or salt as desired.
Use the marinade immediately by pouring over your chosen protein or vegetables, ensuring an even coating. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2370 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 213 mg | 5% | |
*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.
