Description
Grilled shrimp skewers are a summer favorite, blending tender, juicy shrimp with a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Perfectly grilled to smoky perfection, these skewers are quick to prepare and highly customizable with your favorite vegetables or spices. Ideal for barbecues or family dinners, they promise to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
- Raw large shrimp (deveined and peeled)
- Olive oil
- Fresh lemon juice
- Garlic cloves (minced)
- Paprika
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Add raw shrimp to the marinade and coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (about 400°F/200°C) and lightly oil the grates.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers (soak wooden skewers in water first).
- Grill Shrimp: Place skewered shrimp on the grill; cook for 3-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Serve: Transfer to a platter and garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wedges.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating overnight.
Pair with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Experiment by adding vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini to the skewers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Entree
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (75g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 150mg