Lemon Garlic Grilled Shrimp
A vibrant dish featuring large shrimp marinated in a zesty lemon and garlic blend, perfect for summer dining.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1–2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
- Extra parsley for garnish
- Grilled veggies, rice, or pasta to serve on the side
Instructions
- Whisk the marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, Italian seasoning (or oregano), paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- Coat the shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade. Ensure each piece is well-coated. Let marinate for about 15 minutes.
- Prepare the grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Use a grill pan if grilling isn’t an option.
- Grill the shrimp: Place the marinated shrimp directly on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until pink and opaque.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the shrimp from the grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Fresh shrimp yield better flavor; avoid overcooking for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 150mg