Nothing tastes better than shrimp grilled to juicy, succulent perfection. Perfect for backyard parties or neighborhood potlucks, these Shrimp Skewers with Garlic-Lime Marinade are simple to whip up, but taste luxurious. And best of all? The recipe ditches the processed ingredients used in store-bought dressings and marinades. Instead, it calls for 100% clean and wholesome ingredients.
Zesty paprika, extra virgin olive oil, and salt and pepper are whisked together to form a mouthwatering marinade. Freshly squeezed lime juice adds a splash of tanginess that’s sure to keep your taste buds on their toes! After coating the shrimp with the mixture, shrimp skewers only take a few minutes on the grill before they’re cooked to heavenly perfection. Top with some chopped cilantro for a garden-fresh finishing touch.
If the weather doesn’t allow the luxury of grilling, you can easily pop these skewers in the oven and still enjoy a roasted, protein-packed meal that’s bursting with flavor!
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Yields: 6 servings | Calories: 108 | Total Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium 188mg | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Protein: 15g | SmartPoints: 2
Ingredients
1 pound large raw shrimp, cleaned and deveined
3 cloves garlic, sliced thin
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro or parsley, for serving
6 large bamboo or metal skewers (if bamboo, soak in warm water 30 minutes prior to cooking).
Directions
Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika for a marinade.
Thread shrimp onto skewers, about 5 to 6 shrimp per skewer. Place on a plate. Pour marinade over shrimp skewers.
To grill:
Oil grates on a grill and set to medium heat. Add skewers to grill and cook for about 2 minutes per side or until pink and opaque, basting with any extra marinade while cooking.
To roast in oven:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Lay skewers on baking sheet and roast for about 5 minutes, until pink and opaque.
Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley to serve, if desired.
Or watch this videos for a different approached
Shrimp Skewers with Garlic-Lime Marinade
Yields: 6 servings | Calories: 108 | Total Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium 188mg | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Protein: 15g | SmartPoints: 2
Ingredients
1 pound large raw shrimp, cleaned and deveined
3 cloves garlic, sliced thin
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro or parsley, for serving
6 large bamboo or metal skewers (if bamboo, soak in warm water 30 minutes prior to cooking).
Directions
Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika for a marinade.
Thread shrimp onto skewers, about 5 to 6 shrimp per skewer. Place on a plate. Pour marinade over shrimp skewers.
To grill:
Oil grates on a grill and set to medium heat. Add skewers to grill and cook for about 2 minutes per side or until pink and opaque, basting with any extra marinade while cooking.
To roast in oven:
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Lay skewers on baking sheet and roast for about 5 minutes, until pink and opaque.
Sprinkle with cilantro or parsley to serve, if desired.
Or watch this videos for a different approached
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