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Greek-Marinated Shrimp Skewers

Enjoy the taste of the Mediterranean with these quick and delicious grilled shrimp skewers marinated in fresh herbs and zesty lemon.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 36 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Shrimp and Marinade
  • 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined) Use fresh, wild-caught shrimp for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes before grilling)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, dill, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (the longer, the better!).
Grilling
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers.
  3. Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until shrimp are cooked through and have a nice char.
  4. Serve with lemon-dill sauce.

Notes

These skewers are perfect over a Greek salad, in pita bread with tzatziki, or alongside fragrant rice. For variations, consider adding diced bell peppers or zucchini to the skewers or substitute shrimp with tofu for a vegan version.