Description
These Zesty Lemon Herb Grilled Shrimp Skewers are a delicious and refreshing dish perfect for summer barbecues. The shrimp are marinated in a tangy lemon herb mixture and grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers.
5. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are opaque and cooked through.
6. Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving.
Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: shrimp, grilled, lemon, herb