Description
Juicy and flavorful shrimp skewers marinated in a zesty blend of herbs and spices. Perfect for grilling, baking, or broiling, these skewers are ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups bell peppers and zucchini, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean and pat dry the shrimp. Prepare vegetables.
- Whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Toss shrimp and vegetables in the marinade; let rest for 15-30 minutes.
- Thread shrimp and vegetables onto skewers.
- Cook using your preferred method: grill for 2-3 minutes per side, bake at 425°F for 6-8 minutes, or broil for caramelized edges.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Serve with rice, salad, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
- For bold flavors, marinate shrimp longer, up to 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 4 shrimp)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Shrimp skewers, quick dinner, grilled seafood