Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade Recipe

Elevate your fajitas with this vibrant lime marinade! Inspired by Apron Strings blog's discovery of the magic of lime zest (read their amazing article here: http://www.Apronstringsblog.Com/the-most-flavorful-fajitas-ever-flanks-steak-or-chicken-breast/), this recipe uses zesty lime zest to create unbelievably flavorful chicken or flank steak. Marinate your meat and veggies for a fiesta of flavor in minutes! Makes enough for 1 1/2 pounds of chicken or steak.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 272.3 kcal
Protein 48g
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Ingredients for Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade

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How to Make Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth.
  2. Separate marinade: Reserve 2 tablespoons for vegetables; use the remaining marinade for the meat.
  3. Place steak and vegetables (onions and peppers) in separate zip-top bags.
  4. Add the appropriate amount of marinade to each bag, seal, and massage gently to ensure even coating.
  5. Marinate vegetables for at least 1 hour. Marinate steak for at least 1 hour, or longer for maximum flavor (up to 4 hours in the refrigerator).
  6. Remove meat and vegetables from marinade; lightly wipe away excess marinade.
  7. Grill steak and vegetables over high heat for 5-7 minutes per side for medium-rare steak, or until cooked to your desired doneness. Adjust cooking time for vegetables as needed.
  8. Let the grilled meat rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
  9. Warm tortillas and assemble your fajitas! Top with the grilled steak and vegetables, cheese, avocado, and your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

25g

Carbs

0g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade?

Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade?

Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade has approximately 272.3 calories per serving, with about 48 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade?

The key ingredients for Fabulous Lime Fajita Marinade are Chipotle Chiles In Adobo, Lime Zest, Red Onion, Garlic Cloves, Cumin, Ground Coriander. See the full list with measurements above.

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