Description
Zesty grilled garlic and herb shrimp tantalize taste buds with Mediterranean coastal charm. Succulent seafood marinates in aromatic herbs, promising a delightful culinary escape you’ll savor down to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Herbs and Aromatics:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking olive oil with finely minced garlic, freshly chopped herbs, zesty lemon components, and seasoning until well integrated.
- Submerge shrimp completely in the aromatic mixture, ensuring thorough coating. Refrigerate for 30-120 minutes to allow flavors to penetrate.
- Heat outdoor grill to medium-high temperature, creating optimal cooking surface around 400-450°F.
- Carefully arrange marinated shrimp onto clean skewers, positioning them horizontally to ensure even grilling exposure.
- Position skewered shrimp directly on preheated grill grates, cooking approximately 2-3 minutes per side until protein transforms from translucent to opaque white with delicate caramelized edges.
- Remove grilled shrimp from heat, allowing brief resting period to maintain tenderness and juiciness.
- Transfer to elegant serving platter, garnishing with additional fresh herb sprinkles and accompanying bright lemon wedges for optional citrus enhancement.
Notes
- Select jumbo or large shrimp for better grilling results, ensuring they don’t fall through grill grates and maintaining a juicy texture.
- Pat shrimp completely dry before marinating to help seasonings adhere better and achieve perfect caramelization during grilling.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before threading shrimp to prevent burning and potential fire hazards on the grill.
- For gluten-free option, replace plastic bag with glass container during marination and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 236 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg