Nothing tastes better than shrimp grilled to juicy, succulent perfection. Perfect for backyard parties or neighborhood potlucks, these healthy skewers are simple to whip up, but taste luxurious due to the garlic lime shrimp marinade. And best of all? The recipe ditches the processed ingredients used in store-bought dressings and marinades. Instead, it calls for 100% clean and wholesome ingredients.
If the weather doesn’t allow the luxury of grilling, you can easily pop these skewers in the oven and still enjoy a roasted, protein-packed meal that’s bursting with flavor!
1. Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Garlic Lime Shrimp Marinade
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- 3 garlic cloves sliced thin
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1 pound raw shrimp large, cleaned and deveined
- 1/4 cup cilantro or parsley, finely chopped for serving
Dipping Sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt plain
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons Italian parsley
- 2 tablespoons chives chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
Instructions
Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika for the marinade.
Thread shrimp onto skewers, about 5 to 6 shrimp per skewer. Place on a plate. Pour marinade over shrimp skewers.
To Grill
Oil grates of a grill and set to medium heat. Add skewers to grill and cook for about 2 minutes per side or until pink and opaque, basting with any extra marinade while cooking.
To Roast in Oven
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Lay skewers on baking sheet and roast for about 5 minutes, until pink and opaque. Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley to serve, if desired.
Optional Dipping Sauce
Whisk all ingredients until combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.
