Easy Cilantro Lime Shrimp makes a great healthy appetizer or meal. It’s quick and easy to make and delicious to eat! It brings summer home any time of year
Shrimp is one of those ingredients that we, in the midwest, have to buy frozen. That being said, “fresh frozen” can be enjoyed all year round. Even though it makes me want to sit out on my patio and enjoy it in a ceviche, I’d be as frozen as the shrimp right now if I did at certain times of the year. This Easy Cilantro Lime Shrimp can be made all year round and brings summer to my house any time of year.
We love shrimp. It is healthy and I can serve it in so many different ethnic dishes because it picks up flavor profiles very quickly. If I marinate it, I generally limit the marinating time to 15 to 30 minutes. Longer, and I believe you lose that actual flavor of the shrimp. Most of the time I will do a quick spice rub with a little oil, which is what I did in this recipe.
Another great thing about shrimp is that it cooks so quickly. We grill it or skewer it with veggies but my favorite way to cook it is to bake it. The texture isn’t rubbery and never dry. Best of all in 10 minutes, they’re ready to eat.
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I serve these shrimp cold. They don’t need a sauce or dip but you can use a cocktail sauce if desired.
Here are a couple other easy dishes that can be served in a snap!
Scallops with Pineapple Salsa and Plum Wasabi Drizzle
Easy Crab and Havarti Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
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Post updated with minor recipe changes and new photos 9/25/17.
Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipe - Kathryn's Kitchen
Friday 8th of July 2022
[…] Heart. This freaky Friday round is a Summer edition and I was thrilled I got to share this Cilantro Lime Shrimp Recipe from my friend, Julie at Hostess At […]
Sally T
Saturday 30th of May 2020
Oh my husband will love these! It's easy and quick!
Scallops with Pineapple Salsa and Plum Wasabi Drizzle | Hostess At Heart
Tuesday 19th of January 2016
[…] If you want another easy seafood appetizer, how about taking a look at my Easy Cilantro Lime Shrimp? […]
NoraV
Sunday 22nd of February 2015
So many delicious flavors in one dish! I just LOVE cilantro and lime, so I can't wait to try this one.
Julie is HostessAtHeart
Sunday 22nd of February 2015
Thank you Nora! It's a great way to have a little bit of summer during the winter months. Thank you for stopping by!
rosewithoutthorns
Tuesday 17th of February 2015
Hey Julie! Popped over to your blog after seeing your comment! This cilantro lime shrimp looks divine!! Want to eat that for lunch! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!
Julie is HostessAtHeart
Tuesday 17th of February 2015
Thank you so much for visiting! I just love shrimp. It is so versatile.