Description
Grilled jumbo shrimp marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon, garlic, and spices, perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- Shrimp:
- 1 ½ pounds jumbo shrimp (16/20, peeled and deveined, tails on)
- Marinade:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- For Garnish:
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Shrimp: Peel and devein the shrimp if needed, leaving the tails on.
- Make the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper (optional). Stir until the marinade is well mixed.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the marinade bowl and toss until fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, up to 1 hour for more flavor.
- Prep the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 1 hour before grilling.
- Grill the Shrimp: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Thread 4-6 shrimp per skewer.
- Cook the Shrimp: Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until opaque and cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor: You can brush the shrimp with more marinade during grilling.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with a side of rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 289
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
