Description
These Spicy Shrimp and Veggie Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for grilling season. Marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and lime juice, the shrimp and veggies are threaded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. Serve them hot with a garnish of fresh parsley or cilantro for a vibrant and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp Skewers:
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Marinade:
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- juice of 1 lime
- fresh chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, prepare the marinade: Whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
- Marinate: Add the shrimp and chopped vegetables to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes.
- Prepare skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water. Thread the shrimp and vegetables onto skewers, alternating for variety.
- Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, until shrimp are opaque and vegetables are tender with grill marks.
- Serve: Hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
Notes
- These skewers pair well with rice, salad, or tortillas.
- Adjust cayenne pepper for preferred spice level.
- Enhance with additional veggies like mushrooms or cherry tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
