Description
Lemon Herb Grilled Shrimp is a delightful dish that combines the freshness of citrus with aromatic herbs, creating a mouthwatering experience perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners. The plump shrimp, marinated in a zesty blend of lemon and herbs, are grilled to perfection, resulting in a beautifully charred and tender bite. Serve these vibrant shrimp as an impressive appetizer or a main course alongside your favorite sides for an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- ¼ cup fresh basil (chopped)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers (soaked if wooden) and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Remove from grill and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the shrimp before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 160mg