Description

Grilled Shrimp Skewers are a healthy, flavorful BBQ meal featuring shrimp marinated in a tangy and savory sauce. Perfect for summer cookouts or a quick weeknight dinner, these skewers are packed with protein, low in calories, and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Shrimp:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (about 20–24 shrimp)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Marinade (Optional but recommended):

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon honey (for sweetness)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano or fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the Vegetables (Optional):

1 red onion, sliced into wedges
1 bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
1 cherry tomatoes (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp. Pat them dry with paper towels.
Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, soy sauce, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Toss the shrimp in the marinade and let it sit for 15-30 minutes.
Prepare the vegetables: Slice the vegetables and marinate them in olive oil, salt, and pepper (optional).
Assemble the skewers: Thread the shrimp and vegetables onto skewers, alternating between shrimp, bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and tomatoes. Leave a little space between each item for even cooking.
Preheat the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using a charcoal grill, ensure the coals are glowing red and covered with white ash.
Grill the skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the vegetables are tender.
Serve and garnish: Remove the skewers from the grill and garnish with chopped parsley and fresh lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Don’t overcook the shrimp: Shrimp cook very quickly and can become tough if overcooked. As soon as they turn pink and opaque, they’re done.
Use skewers of the right size: Use 12-inch skewers for even grilling. Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
Grill in batches: If making a large batch, cook the skewers in batches to avoid overcrowding the grill.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: BBQ
Method: Grilled
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 200
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 180mg

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