Fajita Marinade

Transform your fajitas into a flavor-packed fiesta with this vibrant fajita marinade recipe! Bursting with the zesty tang of freshly squeezed lime juice, the rich depth of soy sauce, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey, this marinade is perfectly balanced with bold spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Minced garlic and a hint of red pepper flakes (optional) add an extra kick, while fresh cilantro ties it all together with a fragrant finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy marinade is versatile enough for chicken, steak, shrimp, or even vegetables, infusing every bite with irresistible Tex-Mex flair. Whether you're grilling, sautéing, or baking your fajita ingredients, this marinade guarantees a deliciously seasoned dish that will wow your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey until well combined.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Whisk again to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 3

Stir in the freshly chopped cilantro to complete the marinade.

Step 4

Transfer the marinade to a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

Step 5

Add your protein or vegetables to the bag or dish with the marinade, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.

Step 6

Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours, for the best flavor infusion.

Step 7

When ready to cook, remove the marinated ingredients and cook as desired (grill, sauté, or bake). Discard the leftover marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	165.3 grams (165.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	513

Total Fat 43.00g	55%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3569mg	155%
Total Carbohydrate 31.20g	11%
Dietary Fiber 3.20g	11%
Total Sugars 18.40g
Protein 4.70g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 69mg	5%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 328mg	7%

*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: 72.9%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 23.5%