Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp
Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp features juicy, char-kissed shrimp marinated in lime, cilantro, garlic, and a splash of tequila for a bright, slightly smoky bite. Gentle heat from cayenne balances the tangy citrus, making each skewer lively and refreshing. Serve as a quick summer dinner, a backyard cookout starter, or an elegant appetizer with extra lime wedges.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 1 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large bowl, mix the shrimp, oil, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, tequila, cayenne pepper, and salt. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 3
Remove the shrimp from the marinade and shake off any excess; discard the remaining marinade. Thread the shrimp onto the prepared skewers.
- 4
Grill on the preheated grill until the shrimp turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Calories 182.64 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 22.92 g Good Source 46%
- Carbohydrate 1.12 g 0%
- Total Fat 10.13 g Moderate 13%
- Saturated Fat 1.47 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 182.63 mg High 61%
- Sodium 140.62 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.14 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.18 g --
- Added Sugars 0.01 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 76.09 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 0.65 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 326.6 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 11.52 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 3.12 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Citrus Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Fresh Cilantro, Lime Juice, and Minced Garlic. Each serving provides about 182.64 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Fresh Cilantro, Lime Juice, Minced Garlic, Olive Oil. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 182.64 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp healthy?
- Citrus-Lime Tequila Grilled Shrimp has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 182.64 calories and 22.92 g of protein, or 46% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 140.62 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.47 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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