Grilled Shrimp & Veggie Skewers

Name: Grilled Shrimp & Veggie Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 680 g shrimp (large, peeled and deveined, tail-on); 2 pcs bell pepper (one red, one yellow, cut into 1-inch chunks); 2 pcs zucchini (medium, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds); 1 pcs red onion (large, cut into 1-inch chunks); 3 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 4 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 pinch red chili powder; 0.5 tsp salt; 1 pinch black pepper; 1 pcs lemon (cut into wedges, for serving); 2 tbsp parsley (fresh, chopped, for garnish)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Juicy, perfectly charred shrimp threaded onto skewers with colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion. A quick marinade of garlic, lemon, and herbs gives every bite a bright, zesty punch. Ready in under 30 minutes, these skewers are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any backyard cookout or easy weeknight dinner.

PREP

15m

COOK

SERVES

2 PIECES

299 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 7 STEPS

prep · ~30 min
Soak the wooden skewers.
If using wooden skewers, place them in a shallow dish filled with water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This prevents them from burning on the grill.
TIPUse metal skewers to skip the soaking step entirely.
mix
Make the marinade.
1.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, red chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
2.Taste the marinade and adjust seasoning if needed.
prep · ~10 min
Marinate the shrimp and vegetables.
1.Add the peeled shrimp, bell pepper chunks, zucchini rounds, and red onion chunks to the bowl with the marinade.
2.Toss everything gently until the shrimp and vegetables are evenly coated.
3.Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature. Do not marinate longer, or the lemon juice will start to cook the shrimp.
TIPDon't marinate the shrimp for more than 15 minutes — the acid in the lemon juice will make the shrimp mushy.
assemble
Thread the skewers.
1.Alternate threading shrimp, bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion onto the soaked skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
2.Aim for about 4 to 5 shrimp per skewer. Pack the ingredients snugly but not tightly.
grill · ~5 min
Preheat and oil the grill.
Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C). Brush the grill grates lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
TIPClean, well-oiled grates are the secret to perfect grill marks without tearing the shrimp.
grill · ~6 min
Grill the skewers.
1.Place the skewers on the preheated grill.
2.Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning once gently with tongs.
3.The shrimp is done when it turns opaque, is pink with a slight char, and feels firm to the touch.
TIPShrimp cook fast. Total grill time should not exceed 6 minutes to keep them juicy.
serve
Garnish and serve hot.
Transfer the skewers to a serving platter. Squeeze fresh lemon wedges over the top and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
TIPLay the skewers over a bed of warm pita or a simple salad for an easy, complete meal.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes to prevent charring on the grill.
2
Keep shrimp and vegetable pieces similar in size for even cooking.
3
Don't overcrowd the skewers—leave small gaps between pieces for better heat circulation.
4
Use metal skewers to skip soaking and get more even heat conduction.
5
Shrimp cook in 2-3 minutes per side; total grill time under 6 minutes keeps them juicy.
6
Grill vegetables until tender-crisp with light char marks for best texture.

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