Flavorful Grilled Lemon Garlic Shrimp
A quick and easy grilled shrimp recipe bursting with zesty lemon and garlicky flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16–20 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Juice of 1–2 fresh lemons (about 3 tablespoons)
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse large shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Whisk until well blended.
- Add shrimp to the marinade and toss gently to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Thread 6-8 shrimp per skewer, leaving space between each shrimp.
- Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque with light grill marks.
- Remove shrimp from grill, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and add an extra squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Pat shrimp dry before marinating to ensure a good sear. Marinate for 15-20 minutes only to avoid mushy texture. Watch shrimp closely while grilling; cook until they curl into a loose ‘C’ shape and turn opaque. Avoid overcooking to prevent rubbery shrimp. If using wooden skewers, soak them for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 ounces (115
- Calories: 120
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 0.4
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Protein: 23
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