Chili Lime Marinade

Elevate your grilling game with this zesty and versatile Chili Lime Marinade, a perfect blend of tangy lime, warm spices, and a touch of honey for sweetness. This quick and easy recipe combines olive oil, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and a bold mix of chili powder, cumin, and paprika for a robust flavor profile that pairs beautifully with chicken, shrimp, or veggies. Finely chopped cilantro adds a bright, herbaceous finish, while optional red pepper flakes let you dial up the heat to your liking. Ready in just 10 minutes, this marinade infuses your favorite ingredients with a citrusy, smoky kick in as little as 30 minutes. Perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this irresistible recipe is a must-have for bold, flavorful weeknight dinners or lively summer cookouts.

Nutriscore Rating: 35/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, and lime zest until well combined.

Step 2

Add the honey and whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix thoroughly to combine all spices.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped cilantro, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the marinade.

Step 5

Use the marinade immediately by pouring it over your choice of protein or vegetables. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for optimal flavor.

Step 6

Discard the marinade after use and proceed to cook your marinated dish as desired—grill, pan-sear, or roast for best results.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(186.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	680.6

Total Fat 56.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2415.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 35.8g
Protein 1.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 59.7mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 215.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.6%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 26.5%