5-Minute Zesty Chili Lime Marinade
- 2 pounds meat or veggies of choice
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 limes, zested and juiced
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar (or honey)
- 2 teaspoons ancho chile powder (see Recipe Notes)
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Add the olive oil, lime zest, lime juice, garlic, agave, ancho chile powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, kosher salt and ground black pepper to a medium bowl or jar. Whisk or shake to combine. Set aside, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Pour the chili lime marinade over your meat or veggies of choice. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 6-8 hours.
- as desired. Enjoy!