5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade
Elevate your meals with the 5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade, a vibrant blend that brings bold flavors to chicken, beef, lamb, or grilled vegetables in no time. Perfect for any occasion, this quick marinade combines zesty lime juice, fragrant garlic, and smoky spices to create an irresistible taste profile. Whether you’re preparing a weeknight dinner or hosting a weekend barbecue, this marinade is your go-to solution for adding zest and spice without the fuss. Plus, it’s made with healthy ingredients like olive oil and fresh lime juice, ensuring every bite is both delicious and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: Varies based on chosen dish
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Marinade
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 limes (zested and juiced)
- 4 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar
- Ancho chile powder
- Ground cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Dried oregano
- Kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lime zest and juice, garlic, agave nectar, ancho chile powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk or shake until fully blended.
- Pour marinade over your choice of protein or veggies. Cover and refrigerate for 6–8 hours.
- Cook as desired—grill, bake, or sauté—and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg