Updated: 8/6/25
A simple blend of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, ancho powder and oregano ideal for chicken, steak, or shrimp fajitas—enhances flavor, helps tenderize protein, and keeps sauces light.
Fajitas Marinade
Servings:
Counts as nothing
Suitable for all Freedom and FastTrack meal plans
Ingredients:
1/3 cup fresh Lime juice (approx. 2-3 Limes)
1 clove Garlic, minced
1 tsp. Ground Cumin
1 tsp. Paprika
½ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes, or more to taste
½ tsp. Ground Black Pepper
¼ cup Cilantro, chopped
Preparation:
Combine marinade ingredients and your protein or vegetables of choice in a re-sealable plastic bag or large bowl and plastic wrap. Refrigerate to keep it safe from contamination for as little as 30 minutes to overnight.
Pre-heat grill or broiler before cooking your protein.
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