Description
These Shrimp Kabobs on the Grill are juicy, smoky, and packed with bold flavor. Tender shrimp are marinated in a garlic-lemon herb mixture, skewered with colorful vegetables, and grilled to perfection in just minutes. Perfect for quick summer dinners, BBQs, and healthy weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 zucchini, sliced thick
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
Instructions
- Marinate shrimp: In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15–30 minutes.
- Prep skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak in water for 20 minutes. Thread shrimp and vegetables onto skewers.
- Preheat grill: Heat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill kabobs: Place skewers on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Do not overcook: Remove immediately once shrimp are fully cooked to keep them tender.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Notes
Shrimp cook very quickly, so keep a close eye on them while grilling. You can customize vegetables with cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, or pineapple for a tropical twist. Serve with rice, salad, or grilled bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
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