Description
This Chili Lime Shrimp recipe is a quick, healthy dinner or appetizer packed with flavor. Made with simple ingredients, it’s gluten free, paleo, and ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Zest of 1 lime
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chopped cilantro and extra lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and salt.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the marinade. Let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated shrimp to the skillet in a single layer.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately with optional cilantro and lime wedges.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the shrimp – they only need a few minutes per side.
- This recipe is great for meal prep and can be served hot or cold.
- Perfect for tacos, salads, or served with rice or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
