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Grilled Shrimp Skewers

4.50 from 4 votes
Quick, healthy, and delicious grilled shrimp skewers are perfect for summer grilling or a fast weeknight dinner. Marinate for flavor and grill with your favorite veggies. Enjoy the ease of preparation and the versatility of flavors. Consider variations like Mediterranean, Spicy, or Asian-Inspired.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.5 lb extra large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 lemon zest and juice of
  • 3 cloves garlic peeled and chopped
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
Garnish
  • Sea salt chopped parsley, and lemon wedges, for serving
  • Sea salt for serving
  • chopped parsley for serving
  • lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Skewers (bamboo or metal)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine shrimp, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
  2. Marinate the shrimp for 30 minutes to 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  3. If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Grilling
  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Thread the shrimp onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp.
  3. Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp turns pink and opaque.
  5. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp.
Serving
  1. Remove the shrimp skewers from the grill and sprinkle with sea salt and chopped parsley.
  2. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and your favorite sides, such as rice, quinoa, grilled vegetables, or salad.

Notes

Experiment with different marinades and veggie combinations. Pat the shrimp dry before marinating for better browning. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice after grilling for extra brightness.