Description
Grilled shrimp skewers are the ultimate summer dish, offering a perfect balance of succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and spices. These easy-to-make skewers are not only visually stunning but also deliver bold flavors with every bite. Ideal for barbecues, beach picnics, or weeknight dinners, they’re sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Clean the shrimp by rinsing them under cold water and patting dry.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, chili powder, and chopped herbs until well combined.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers (about 5 per skewer).
- Grill each side for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
- Serve immediately with an extra squeeze of lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 skewers (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 180mg