Fresh Grilled Lemon Herb Shrimp Skewers
These fresh grilled lemon herb shrimp skewers offer a light, protein-packed summer meal with a perfect balance of bright lemon, garlic, and fresh herbs, delivering a satisfying snap and juicy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 medium lemons, zested and juiced
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
- Black pepper to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Wooden or metal skewers (soaked if wooden)
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by combining olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a medium bowl. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade. Toss gently to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Remove shrimp from marinade, letting excess drip off. Thread 4 to 5 shrimp per skewer, piercing through the thickest part.
- Place skewers on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, flipping once, until shrimp are opaque pink with slight grill marks and firm to the touch.
- While grilling, brush shrimp with reserved marinade or freshly whisked herb oil to keep them moist and flavorful.
- Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges and fresh herbs sprinkled on top.
Notes
Marinate shrimp for no longer than 20 minutes to avoid mushy texture. Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Brush shrimp with herb oil during grilling to keep them moist. Avoid overcooking shrimp to maintain a firm, juicy texture. If grill is too hot, shrimp will curl tightly; lower heat for gentler cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 large shrimp
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 1
- Saturated Fat: 0.2
- Carbohydrates: 1.5
- Fiber: 0.2
- Protein: 24
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