Grilled Lemon Garlic Shrimp — FamilyPlate recipe🍤

Grilled Lemon Garlic Shrimp

Succulent shrimp marinated in lemon and garlic and grilled.

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Difficulty
medium
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Meal Type
dinner

Nutrition (per serving)

225kcal
Calories
32g
Protein
2g
Carbs
10g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lemons, juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

  2. 2

    Add the shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat them evenly.

  3. 3

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.

  4. 4

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  5. 5

    Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, ensuring they are close together but not overcrowded.

  6. 6

    Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

  7. 7

    Remove from the grill and garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!

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