Grilled Jumbo Shrimp with Marinade for a Zesty Summer Feast

This Grilled Jumbo Shrimp with Marinade recipe combines juicy shrimp with a zesty blend of garlic and lemon for a healthy, flavorful dish.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Marination Time 30

Total Time 46

Servings: 4 shrimp

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1 lb Jumbo Shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh for best texture
⅓ cup Olive Oil Or avocado oil for a twist
¼ cup Lemon Juice Fresh or bottled
3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh for aromatic punch
2 tbsp Honey Or maple syrup for vegan option
1 tsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used
½ tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust to taste
Salt and Pepper Customize to taste

Optional for Serving

Additional Lemon Juice For drizzling over finished shrimp
Fresh Herbs Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

Equipment

Grill
Mixing bowl
skewers

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper to taste.
Add shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F (190°C).
Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each.
Grill each side for 2 to 3 minutes until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
Remove from grill and drizzle with additional lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4shrimpCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, consider marinating the shrimp for up to an hour instead of just 30 minutes. Use a grill thermometer to maintain optimal cooking heat.

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