Description
Savor the taste of summer with these Grilled Shrimp Skewers, perfectly marinated and grilled to juicy perfection. Infused with a zesty blend of garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs, each bite is an explosion of flavor that’s sure to impress family and friends. Easy to prepare, these skewers are perfect for backyard barbecues or weeknight dinners. Get ready to elevate your grilling game!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and let soak in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning.
- Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers; add veggies like bell peppers if desired.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
- Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg