Mediterranean Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers

Name: Mediterranean Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1/4 cup olive oil; 3 cloves garlic (minced); 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped); 8 wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)

HealthyMediterraneanDinnerQuickEasyFamily-Friendly

⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 10m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 220 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty lemon garlic sauce, skewered and grilled to perfection, offering a taste of the Mediterranean in every bite.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

24.0g 57%

Fat

14.0g 33%

Carbs

4.0g 10%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

☀️ Vitamin A

15% DV

Supports vision and immune health

🔺 Calcium

8% DV

Essential for bone health

🔺 Iron

6% DV

Important for oxygen transport in the blood

💧 Omega-3 Fatty Acids

5% DV

Promotes heart health

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

For the Skewers

8 wooden skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes

Instructions

1 In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
2 Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
3 Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
4 Remove the shrimp from the marinade and thread them onto the soaked skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
5 Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
6 Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.