Description
Shrimp Kabobs on the Grill are a quick and flavorful summer favorite made with juicy shrimp, colorful vegetables, and a delicious garlic herb marinade. These easy BBQ shrimp skewers cook in minutes and are perfect for backyard grilling, weeknight dinners, or summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
For the Shrimp Kabobs
- 2 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 bell peppers, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Wooden or metal skewers
For the Garlic Herb Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Garlic butter drizzle
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, paprika, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the shrimp: Add shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes for maximum flavor.
- Prepare the vegetables: Cut vegetables into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly on the grill.
- Assemble the skewers: Thread shrimp and vegetables onto skewers, alternating ingredients for a colorful presentation.
- Grill the kabobs: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (400–450°F). Grill shrimp skewers for 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly charred.
- Finish with flavor: Remove from the grill and brush with extra marinade or garlic butter if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve with rice, salad, grilled vegetables, or your favorite summer sides.
Notes
Avoid overcooking shrimp because they can become rubbery. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling. For easier preparation, assemble the skewers ahead of time and keep refrigerated until ready to grill.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 shrimp skewers
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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