Description
Juicy, flavorful grilled shrimp marinated in garlic, lemon, and herbs, cooked to perfection in just minutes. Perfect for summer barbecues, salads, or tacos!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Wooden or metal skewers (if using wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Marinate the shrimp: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes in the fridge.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
- Skewer the shrimp (if using) by threading 4-5 shrimp onto each skewer.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until opaque and slightly charred. Avoid overcooking.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 1 tbsp honey or 1 tsp Cajun seasoning to the marinade.
- If using frozen shrimp, thaw completely and pat dry before marinating.
- No grill? Cook shrimp in a grill pan or under the broiler for similar results.
- Serve with rice, grilled vegetables, or in tacos with avocado crema.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (including marinating)
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer or Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 lb (113g) shrimp
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 180mg