Best 3 Cilantro Lime Baked Shrimp Recipes

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Start your culinary journey and delight your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of cilantro lime baked shrimp! Embark on a flavorful adventure as we explore the perfect recipe to create this delectable dish. With a fusion of tangy lime, aromatic cilantro, and succulent shrimp, you'll tantalize your senses and impress your dinner guests. Get ready to uncover the secrets behind this mouthwatering dish and indulge in the symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CILANTRO-LIME BAKED SHRIMP



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Baked shrimp with a light south-of-the-border flair. Serve over pasta with shaved Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Love2Cook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

⅓ cup olive oil
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1 small lime, juiced
1 teaspoon garlic and herb seasoning (such as Badia® Complete Seasoning®)
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 slices white bread, crusts removed, toasted
butter-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Combine oil, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, seasoning, and cayenne in the bowl of a food processor; blend well. Toss with shrimp in a bowl. Transfer into a glass 8x8-inch baking dish.
  • Process toasted bread in a food processor until crumbed. Top shrimp with bread crumbs and spray with a generous coating of cooking spray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and shrimp are bright pink, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 329.8 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CILANTRO LIME SHRIMP



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A quick garlicky lime marinade works magic on these juicy shrimp. They come off the grill with huge flavors perfect for your next cookout. -Melissa Rodriguez, Van Nuys, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/3 cup lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp (16-20 per pound), peeled and deveined
Lime slices

Steps:

  • Mix first 9 ingredients; toss with shrimp. Let stand 15 minutes., Thread shrimp and lime slices onto 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat until shrimp turn pink, 2-4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 284mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GARLIC, CILANTRO, AND LIME SAUTEED SHRIMP



Garlic, Cilantro, and Lime Sauteed Shrimp image

Great recipe that I picked up. Great as a main dish or even a side. Easy to make!

Provided by DeniseF

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
6 cloves garlic, crushed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds shrimp, peeled and deveined
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ lime, juiced, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in hot oil until onion is soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir shrimp into onion mixture; saute until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 2 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper. Add cilantro and lime juice; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 345.6 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 38.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 402.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • Use fresh cilantro and lime for the best flavor.
  • Do not overcook the shrimp, or it will become tough.
  • Serve the shrimp immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
  • You can also add other ingredients to this recipe, such as chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, or crumbled feta cheese.
  • If you don't have a baking dish, you can also cook the shrimp in a large skillet.

Conclusion:

Cilantro lime baked shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The shrimp is cooked in a flavorful marinade of cilantro, lime, garlic, and olive oil, and then baked until tender and juicy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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