5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade
Discover the vibrant flavors of the 5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade, a quick and easy way to elevate your meals without any fuss. This marinade brings a burst of brightness to grilled chicken, beef, turkey, fresh veggies, or even fruits, making it an incredibly versatile kitchen staple. In just five minutes, you can whip up this zesty concoction using everyday pantry ingredients that are both healthy and delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this family-friendly recipe is bound to impress everyone with its bold flavors while being gluten-free and vegan!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies based on protein/veggies
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately four servings of marinade 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds meat or veggies of choice
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 limes (zested and juiced)
- 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped or grated)
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar (or honey)
- 2 teaspoons ancho chile powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, agave nectar, ancho chile powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. Whisk until blended.
- Pour the marinade over your chosen meat or veggies, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 6-8 hours.
- Grill or cook as desired until fully cooked.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 196mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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