Honey Lime Shrimp

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and zesty Honey Lime Shrimp recipe! Bursting with the perfect balance of sweet honey, tangy lime, and savory soy sauce, these juicy shrimp come together in just 15 minutes of active cooking time. The marinade, infused with minced garlic, ground cumin, and a hint of chili flakes for optional heat, creates a mouthwatering glaze that caramelizes beautifully on a hot skillet. Serve this crowd-pleaser with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a refreshing finish. Perfect as a quick entrée or appetizer, this dish pairs wonderfully with rice, noodles, or a crisp salad. An irresistible combination of bold flavors and effortless prep, Honey Lime Shrimp is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili flakes (if using), and salt.

Step 2

Add the shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding). Discard any remaining marinade.

Step 5

Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque throughout.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	625.5 grams (625.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	934

Total Fat 30.10g	39%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 886mg	295%
Sodium 2624mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 61.90g	23%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 53.10g
Protein 111.60g	223%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 216mg	17%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 1379mg	29%

*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: 28.1%

Protein: 46.3%

Carbs: 25.7%