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Marinated Grilled Shrimp

You'll love this light, healthy, easy, and flavorful marinated grilled shrimp recipe!
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled shrimp, grilled shrimp marinade, grilled shrimp skewers, how to grill shrimp, Marinated Shrimp, Shrimp Skewers
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 123kcal
Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

FOR THE MARINADE

FOR SERVING

  • 2 lbs. raw, peeled, and deveined shrimp (I use extra large or jumbo shrimp)
  • Optional garnish: fresh lime wedges and additional chopped parsley

Instructions

  • In a jar with a lid, combine all of the marinade ingredients. Shake until completely combined.
    Grilled shrimp marinade in a mason jar.
  • Place shrimp in a large zip-top bag or bowl. Pour the marinade in the bag with the shrimp. Seal the top of the bag and place shrimp in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 15-20 minutes (but not more than 2 or 3 hours).
    Process shot showing how to marinate shrimp for grilling.
  • Remove shrimp from the bag and discard the marinade. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill over high heat for 3-5 minutes, flipping halfway through. If you prefer, you can also broil the shrimp on a sheet pan in the oven for about 3-5 minutes, flipping halfway through.
    Overhead shot of marinated shrimp on wooden skewers in a blue and white dish before grilling.
  • Garnish with fresh lime wedges and additional chopped parsley.
    Square side shot of marinated grilled shrimp on a blue and white plate with fresh parsley and lime wedges for garnish.

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Notes

    • I recommend marinating the shrimp for at least 15-20 minutes, but not more than 2-3 hours. The acid (lime juice) in this marinade will cause the shrimp to become rubbery or mushy if they’re left in the marinade for too long.
    • If using wooden skewers, it’s important to soak the skewers in water for a couple of hours before threading the shrimp. This will prevent the wood from burning on the grill.
    • Shrimp cook very quickly, so keep a close eye on them and remove them from the grill as soon as they’re done. You know that they’re ready when they turn pink and opaque. 
    • Season the shrimp with kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste after it comes off of the grill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6 of the recipe | Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 135mg | Potassium: 48mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg