Description
These Grilled Shrimp Skewers feature large shrimp marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, lemon, olive oil, smoked paprika, and Italian herbs. Quickly grilled to juicy perfection, they make a flavorful and healthy main course ideal for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1½ lbs (680 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate Shrimp: Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Allow shrimp to marinate for 15 to 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Thread Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked skewers, arranging them evenly.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure a nice sear and quick cooking time.
- Grill Shrimp: Place shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until shrimp are pink, opaque, and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove shrimp from the grill, sprinkle fresh chopped parsley on top, and serve immediately with lemon wedges for squeezing over.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking shrimp to maintain tender, juicy texture.
- Add chunks of bell pepper, onion, or zucchini between shrimp on the skewers for colorful, flavorful variations.
- Store leftover grilled shrimp in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
