Description
Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible shrimp marinade that combines zesty lemon, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs for a flavor-packed experience. Perfect for summer barbecues or casual dinners, this marinade transforms shrimp into a delightful dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, paprika, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove shrimp from the marinade and place on skewers or directly on the grill grates.
- Grill each side for about 2-3 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Serve immediately with additional fresh herbs or lemon wedges for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz grilled shrimp (112g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 160mg