Description
Transform your meals with this 5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade, a simple yet flavorful blend that quickly elevates any dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings, this marinade combines the tangy zest of lime with a kick of chili for a vibrant flavor experience. Whether you’re grilling chicken, roasting veggies, or preparing seafood, this versatile marinade will infuse your ingredients with bold taste in no time. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up this easy recipe and store it for meal prep throughout the week. Enjoy the deliciousness and keep your meals exciting with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 limes (zested and juiced)
- 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar (or honey)
- 2 teaspoons ancho chile powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- Kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, agave nectar, ancho chile powder, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk or shake until well blended.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon (15g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg