Craving a quick and flavorful summer meal? This grilled shrimp and vegetable skewers recipe delivers! The bright lemon-herb marinade infuses the shrimp and veggies with a zesty taste that’s simply irresistible. It’s an incredibly easy way to get a healthy and delicious dinner on the table in minutes.
What’s even better? This recipe is completely customizable! Use your favorite seasonal vegetables to create a skewer combination that suits your taste. Perfect for weeknights or weekend barbecues, these grilled shrimp and veggie skewers are sure to become a summer staple. #grilledshrimpskewers #vegetableskewers #easygrilling #summerrecipes #lemonherbsauce
Grilled Shrimp and Veggie Skewers with Lemon-Herb Sauce
Description
Quick grilled shrimp and vegetable skewers recipe with a bright lemon-herb flavor. Customize with your favorite veggies! #shrimpskewers #grilling #easyrecipe"
Ingredients
Instructions
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1. Prepare the Shrimp and Vegetables:
In a large bowl, toss the shrimp, bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion wedges with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Gently mix to ensure everything is evenly coated.
• Let the shrimp and vegetables marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature, or up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator. -
2. Prepare the Lemon-Herb Sauce:
While the shrimp and vegetables are marinating. Mix the lemon juice, Dijon, chopped parsley, cilantro (if using), minced garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Then slowly pour the olive oil in while whisking vigorously to emulsify. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
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3. Assemble the Skewers
Thread the marinated shrimp and vegetables onto the skewers. Alternate the shrimp with the different colored bell peppers, zucchini, red onion wedges, and cherry tomatoes.
Try not to overcrowd the skewers so that everything cooks evenly.
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4. Grill the Skewers
Preheat your grill to medium/high heat around 400-425°F. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking. Place the shrimp skewers on the hot grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque and the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly charred.
Be careful not to overcook the shrimp, as they can become rubbery.
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5. Serve
Remove the skewers from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter. Drizzle the lemon-herb sauce generously over the skewers. Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, quinoa, couscous, or a fresh salad.
Equipment
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Note
- Other Vegetables: Feel free to use other vegetables like mushrooms, asparagus (cut into 2-inch pieces), or pineapple chunks.
- Marinade Variations: You can experiment with different marinades for the shrimp. Try adding lime juice, soy sauce, honey, or different herbs and spices.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes in the sauce to your preference. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the shrimp marinade for extra heat.
- Herb Variations: Use other fresh herbs like oregano, thyme, or dill in the sauce.
- No Grill? You can also cook these skewers under the broiler or in a hot pan on the stovetop. Broil for a few minutes per side, watching carefully to avoid burning. Cook in a pan over medium-high heat with a little extra oil until the shrimp is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Enjoy your delicious and colorful shrimp and veggie skewers!
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