Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lemon

🍤 Easy Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Lemon & Herbs

These grilled shrimp skewers are fresh, flavorful, and ready in just a few minutes! They’re perfect for BBQs, quick dinners, or even as a light lunch. The marinade is made with simple ingredients like olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs, giving the shrimp a bright and zesty flavor. Let’s dive in!

🛒 What You Need

✅ Ingredients:

• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
• Lemon slices (for serving)

Optional Tools:

• Bamboo or metal skewers
• Grill or grill pan

👩‍🍳 How to Make It

1. Make the Marinade

In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and garlic powder.

2. Add the Shrimp

Put the shrimp in the bowl and mix well so every piece is coated. Let it sit and marinate for 15 minutes to 2 hours in the fridge.

⏳ Don’t marinate for more than 2 hours – the lemon juice can start to “cook” the shrimp!

3. Skewer the Shrimp

Thread 4–6 shrimp onto each skewer. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20–30 minutes first so they don’t burn on the grill.

4. Grill the Shrimp

Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill the skewers for about 2–3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.

5. Serve and Enjoy!

Take them off the grill and serve warm with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side. That’s it!

💡 Extra Tips

• No Grill? No problem! Use your oven’s broiler. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side.
• Avoid Overcooking: Shrimp cook very fast. Take them off the heat as soon as they turn pink.
• Fresh or Frozen? Both work! Just thaw frozen shrimp before marinating.

🥗 What to Serve With It

These shrimp skewers go well with:

• Grilled vegetables or veggie kabobs
• Fresh green salad or cucumber salad
• Orzo, quinoa, or rice
• Pita and hummus for a Mediterranean twist

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in a container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat gently in a skillet with a bit of olive oil or in the microwave.
• You can also enjoy them cold in a salad!

This recipe is a summertime favorite, but honestly, it’s great any time of the year. Super quick, super tasty, and always a crowd-pleaser!