5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade
Elevate your meals with this 5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade, a quick and vibrant blend that infuses your favorite proteins and vegetables with bold flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend grilling, this marinade combines the brightness of lime with a kick of spice, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies by dish
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Makes enough marinade for approximately four servings of meat or vegetables.
- Category: Marinade
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup olive oil
- Juice and zest of 2 limes
- 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar (or honey)
- 2 teaspoons ancho chile powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, agave nectar (or honey), ancho chile powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk vigorously or seal the jar and shake until well combined.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Pour over chosen protein or veggies for marinating; refrigerate for at least 6-8 hours before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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