Description
Elevate your culinary creations with this vibrant Cilantro Lime Marinade, perfect for transforming chicken, beef, or shrimp into a flavor-packed dish in just 30 minutes. The marriage of fresh cilantro and zesty lime juice, combined with the warmth of smoked paprika, creates an irresistible flavor profile that will have everyone asking for seconds. Whether you’re grilling during the summer or looking to add a refreshing twist to your weeknight meals, this marinade is a versatile hero in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine avocado oil, lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, salt, smoked paprika, and pepper.
- Whisk together until all ingredients are well blended.
- Add your choice of protein (up to 2 pounds) into the marinade and ensure it is evenly coated.
- Let marinate for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours for optimal flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg