Heart-Healthy Grilled Garlic-Lemon Shrimps
Elevate your healthy eating game with this Heart-Healthy Grilled Garlic-Lemon Shrimp recipe—a quick, flavorful dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Juicy, tender shrimp are infused with a zesty marinade of fresh lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and heart-friendly extra virgin olive oil, then lightly charred on the grill to perfection. Bright notes of parsley, dill, and lemon zest add a refreshing herbaceous touch, while a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper enhances every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-calorie, high-protein dish is perfect for a light summer dinner or as a standout addition to any meal. Serve these skewered shrimp alongside whole-grain sides or fresh greens, and don’t forget the lemon wedges for an extra burst of flavor. Perfect for seafood lovers seeking a wholesome, satisfying treat!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 wedges lemon wedges for serving
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, lemon zest, parsley, dill, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a marinade.
Step 2
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, stirring to coat each piece evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour for more intense flavor.
Step 3
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Step 4
Thread the shrimp onto skewers, about 5-6 shrimp per skewer. This step makes grilling easier and ensures even cooking.
Step 5
Place the skewered shrimp on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and slightly charred around the edges.
Step 6
Remove the shrimp from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
Step 7
Serve the grilled garlic-lemon shrimp with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over, enhancing the flavors.
Step 8
Enjoy as a main dish with a side of mixed greens or whole grain pilaf for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (597.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 732.0 |
| Total Fat 29.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 857.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1677.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.0g | |
| Protein 110.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 205.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1486.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories