Lemon Garlic Marinated Shrimp Ice Cold and Refreshing

Brighten up your appetizer game with this Lemon Garlic Marinated Shrimp recipe—an icy-cold, zesty delight perfect for warm-weather gatherings or as a refreshing starter. Juicy, tender shrimp are quickly boiled, then chilled in an ice bath to lock in their delicate texture before being bathed in a tangy marinade of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, and garlic. A sprinkle of chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes add layers of vibrant flavor, while the refrigeration step ensures a cool, citrusy kick with every bite. Simple to make yet irresistibly elegant, this gluten-free dish is served chilled, making it an ideal crowd-pleaser for picnics, barbecues, or upscale cocktail parties.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:3 mins

Total Time:23 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 0.3333 cup fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 3 large garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for added spice)
• 2 cups ice cubes
• 6 cups water

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.

Step 3

Immediately transfer the cooked shrimp to an ice bath (a large bowl filled with 2 cups of ice cubes and cold water). Let the shrimp sit for 5 minutes to cool completely.

Step 4

While the shrimp cool, prepare the marinade. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.

Step 5

Drain the shrimp from the ice bath completely and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 6

Add the shrimp to the bowl of marinade, tossing gently to ensure all the shrimp are coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 7

Before serving, give the shrimp one final toss in the marinade to redistribute the flavors.

Step 8

Serve the shrimp cold, garnished with additional chopped parsley or lemon wedges if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2557.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1057.0

Total Fat 57.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 884.5mg	0%
Sodium 2918.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 110.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 453.0mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1426.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 41.0%

Carbs: 10.8%