Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers (Printable version)

Zesty lemon and garlic shrimp grilled and topped with fresh parsley for a light, flavorful dish.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 lb large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

03 - 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

04 - 2 tsp lemon zest

05 - 3 garlic cloves, finely minced

06 - 1/2 tsp sea salt

07 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

08 - 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

09 - Lemon wedges, for serving

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

02 - Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to absorb flavors.

03 - If using wooden skewers, soak in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.

04 - Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, piercing through both head and tail ends for stability, about 5–6 shrimp per skewer.

05 - Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot.

06 - Grill shrimp skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, turning once, until shrimp are pink and opaque throughout.

07 - Remove from grill and immediately sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve hot with fresh lemon wedges.

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They cook in under ten minutes which means you are not stuck at the grill while guests are waiting
The marinade doubles as a flavor booster so every bite packs maximum taste with minimal effort

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I once skipped the skewer soak step and spent half the dinner picking wood splinters out of my teeth
Pat the shrimp dry before marinating or the oil will just slide right off and you will end up with watery flavor

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A pinch of red pepper flakes in the marinade adds this subtle warmth that keeps people guessing
Double skewer each piece by threading through twice if you are having trouble with them spinning around