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Healthy Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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A quick, easy, and flavorful recipe for grilled shrimp skewers that are high in protein and low in calories, perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium to large size)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
  • 6–8 wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before use)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until combined (3 minutes).
  3. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes (do not marinate longer to avoid cooking the shrimp) (15-20 minutes).
  4. Thread 4-5 shrimp onto each skewer, leaving space between each shrimp for even cooking (5 minutes).
  5. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking (5 minutes).
  6. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn opaque and have grill marks. Avoid overcooking (6 minutes total).
  7. Remove skewers from grill and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve immediately (2 minutes).

Notes

Do not marinate shrimp longer than 20 minutes to avoid mushy texture. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Turn shrimp only once during grilling to ensure even cooking and prevent drying out. Keep shrimp spaced on skewers to avoid steaming. Use fresh garlic and lemon juice for best flavor. If shrimp curl tightly, they are overcooked. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently.

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