Lemon Herb Grilled Shrimp (Printable View)

Shrimp infused with lemon and fresh herbs, grilled lightly for a bright, flavorful dish perfect for warm days.

# Ingredient List:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined

→ Marinade

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
09 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ To Serve

12 - Lemon wedges
13 - Extra fresh herbs (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, basil, dill, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a medium bowl.
02 - Toss shrimp in the marinade until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
03 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
04 - Thread shrimp onto skewers; soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
05 - Grill shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until pink, opaque, and lightly charred.
06 - Arrange shrimp on a platter and serve immediately with lemon wedges and extra herbs if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It feels like sharing a secret with a friend when the shrimp come out juicy and perfectly seasoned every single time
  • The fresh herbs and lemon make it light yet packed with flavor, so it never gets old on a warm day
02 -
  • Don’t marinate the shrimp for longer than an hour or they can get mushy from the acidity of the lemon juice
  • Soaking wooden skewers is a game changer to keep your skewers intact and avoid flare-ups on the grill
03 -
  • Use metal skewers if possible for better heat conduction and easier handling
  • The secret to tender shrimp is not overcooking; pull them off the grill as soon as they're opaque and pink

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