Description
A delicious and easy recipe for grilled garlic herb shrimp, perfect for a quick meal or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and half of the chopped parsley. Mix well.
- Marinate Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).
- Grilling the Shrimp: Thread the shrimp onto skewers for easy grilling. Place the skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Finishing Touches: Once done, remove the shrimp from the grill. Sprinkle the remaining fresh parsley over them.
- Serving: Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for added flavor.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Ensure grill grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, based on preference for saltiness or citrus.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg