Description
Grilled Cilantro Lime Shrimp is a vibrant and zesty dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. Perfect for BBQs or weeknight dinners, this recipe showcases succulent shrimp marinated in a flavorful blend of honey, lime, and spices, then grilled to perfection. The freshness of cilantro adds a burst of flavor that complements the shrimp beautifully. Whether served on skewers as an appetizer or tossed in a salad for a refreshing meal, these grilled shrimp are sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and simplicity that makes this dish a must-try for any seafood lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and de-veined)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Juice of 2 medium limes
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- fresh lime wedges (for serving)
- 1 medium avocado
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon dry Ranch dressing seasoning
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, vegetable oil, juice from 2 limes, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and chopped cilantro to create the marinade.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss gently to coat. Allow them to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
- Skewer the marinated shrimp onto wooden skewers with some space between each piece for even cooking.
- Grill the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Serve hot with fresh lime wedges and slices of avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 3 oz shrimp)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg