Description
Bright, zesty, and full of flavor — these Lemon Garlic Grilled Shrimp are juicy, tender, and ready in just minutes. Perfect for quick dinners, summer cookouts, or as a flavorful appetizer, this recipe delivers a refreshing citrus-garlic punch that pairs beautifully with seafood. Light, simple, and incredibly delicious!
Ingredients
For the Shrimp
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1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or oregano
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½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1–2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For Serving (Optional)
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Lemon wedges
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Extra parsley
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Grilled veggies, rice, or pasta
Instructions
1. Prepare the Shrimp
Pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel. This helps them develop a better sear or char on the grill.
2. Make the Marinade
In a bowl, whisk together:
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Olive oil
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Garlic
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Lemon zest
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Lemon juice
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Italian seasoning
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Paprika
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Salt and pepper
Add shrimp and toss well to coat. Marinate for 10–15 minutes (don’t exceed 20 minutes — the lemon can start to “cook” the shrimp).
3. Grill the Shrimp
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Place shrimp on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink, opaque, and lightly charred.
4. Finish & Serve
Transfer to a plate and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Squeeze extra lemon juice if desired.
Serve hot over rice, salads, or alongside grilled vegetables.
Notes
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Don’t marinate shrimp too long — the lemon juice can make them mushy.
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Shrimp cook fast — remove as soon as they turn pink and opaque.
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For indoor cooking, a grill pan or skillet works just as well.