Cilantro Lime Garlic Shrimp Skewers — FamilyPlate recipe🍤

Cilantro Lime Garlic Shrimp Skewers

Quick and flavorful shrimp skewers marinated in a vibrant cilantro lime garlic sauce, perfect for a speedy Brazilian-inspired dinner.

🇧🇷 Brazilian
👶 Kid Friendly

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
dinner
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Cooking Style
High Protein

Nutrition (per serving)

220kcal
Calories
36g
Protein
2g
Carbs
8g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 3 tbsp lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • Wooden skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

  2. 2

    Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.

  5. 5

    Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.

  6. 6

    Remove from the grill and serve immediately with extra lime wedges for squeezing.

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