This vibrant lime-cilantro marinade is a kitchen essential for adding a burst of fresh flavor to grilled or roasted dishes. Combining the sharp acidity of fresh lime juice and peel with fragrant cilantro, garlic, and a hint of heat from hot pepper sauce, it creates a complex profile that tenderizes and seasons simultaneously. The olive oil helps carry the flavors, while dried oregano adds an earthy depth. Perfect for chicken, fish, shrimp, or even vegetables, this marinade works best when allowed to sit for at least 30 minutes before cooking. It’s a quick, no-cook preparation that elevates simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, ideal for summer grilling or weeknight dinners.
Lime-Cilantro Marinade
Description
This vibrant lime-cilantro marinade is a kitchen essential for adding a burst of fresh flavor to grilled or roasted dishes. Combining the sharp acidity of fresh lime juice and peel with fragrant cilantro, garlic, and a hint of heat from hot pepper sauce, it creates a complex profile that tenderizes and seasons simultaneously. The olive oil helps carry the flavors, while dried oregano adds an earthy depth. Perfect for chicken, fish, shrimp, or even vegetables, this marinade works best when allowed to sit for at least 30 minutes before cooking. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick, no-cook preparation that elevates simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal, ideal for summer grilling or weeknight dinners.Ingredients
Directions
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In a medium bowl or large jar, combine the fresh lime juice, lime peel, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, hot pepper sauce, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
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Whisk vigorously until the ingredients are well-emulsified and the flavors are evenly distributed.
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Pour the marinade over your choice of protein (chicken, fish, shrimp, or vegetables) in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag.
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Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even coating.
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Remove from marinade before cooking; discard any remaining liquid that has touched raw meat unless you bring it to a full boil first to use as a sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 889.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.6g28%
- Saturated Fat 2.6g13%
- Cholesterol 0.2mg1%
- Sodium 3754.0mg157%
- Total Carbohydrate 168.2g57%
- Dietary Fiber 11.5g46%
- Sugars 5.3g
- Protein 32.4g65%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
