Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers (Printable)
Grilled shrimp marinated in lemon, garlic, and herbs. Ready in 21 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Shrimp
01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tbsp olive oil
03 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
04 - 2 tsp lemon zest
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Garnish
10 - Lemon wedges, for serving
11 - Additional chopped parsley (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
02 - Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to marinate.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning.
04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, about 4–5 shrimp per skewer.
05 - Grill shrimp skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, or until shrimp are opaque and lightly charred. Do not overcook.
06 - Remove from grill and transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and additional parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in less than thirty minutes but tastes like a restaurant dish.
- The marinade keeps the shrimp incredibly juicy while packing a huge punch of flavor.
02 -
- Shrimp turn rubbery the second they are overcooked so keep a close eye on the color change.
- Pat the shrimp dry before tossing them in the marinade to help the sauce stick better.
03 -
- Double skewering the shrimp makes them much easier to flip without spinning around on the stick.
- Let the marinated shrimp sit at room temperature for ten minutes before grilling for more even cooking.