Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Citrus Herb Grilled Shrimp, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience. Perfectly marinated in zesty lemon juice and fresh herbs, these succulent shrimp are grilled to perfection, making them ideal for barbecues, family gatherings, or cozy dinners at home. With its stunning presentation and mouthwatering aroma, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (deveined and peeled)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cilantro, salt, pepper, lemon zest, and chili flakes until well combined.
- Add the cleaned shrimp to the marinade and stir gently to coat evenly. Let marinate for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Skewer the marinated shrimp onto skewers (5 per skewer works well).
- Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Remove from grill and let rest briefly before serving with extra lemon wedges or a salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 shrimp (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 170mg