Description
Juicy grilled shrimp marinated in fresh lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and herbs. This quick and healthy seafood recipe is packed with bright Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a light dinner or summer barbecue.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Coat the shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade and toss them until they are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Marinate: Let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse without letting the acid damage the shrimp texture.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high temperature to prepare for cooking the shrimp evenly and quickly.
- Prepare for grilling: Thread the shrimp onto soaked wooden skewers to prevent burning or place them directly on the grill grates.
- Grill the shrimp: Cook the shrimp on the grill for 2–3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque, signifying they are fully cooked but still juicy.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the shrimp from the grill, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over them, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Avoid over-marinating shrimp in lemon juice to prevent a mushy texture caused by acid.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to avoid burning on the grill.
- This dish pairs well with grilled vegetables, rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Seafood, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
