Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley

Ah, Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley! It’s more than just a delightful culinary combo; it’s a dance of flavors. Ready to make a shrimp dish that’s both scrumptious and bursting with zest? This recipe will take you on a savory journey that’s both healthy and hearty. Let’s embark on this culinary adventure with AH7.

Ingredients for Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley

• Shrimp, peeled and deveined: 1 lb (454g)
• Lemons: 2 (1 for zest and juice, 1 for garnish)
• Fresh parsley, chopped: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Garlic cloves, minced: 3
• Red pepper flakes: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) optional for a kick
• Salt: to taste
• Black pepper: to taste

Time Estimates

• Preparation time: 15 minutes
• Cooking time: 5-7 minutes

Serves 2

Nutritional Facts (per serving) for Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 24g
• Fats: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 2g

Instructions

1. Start by zesting one lemon into a mixing bowl.
2. Squeeze the juice from the same lemon into the bowl.
3. Add in the chopped parsley, minced garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4. Mix these ingredients together until they form a consistent marinade.
5. Add the shrimp to this marinade, ensuring each shrimp is well-coated. Let them sit and marinate for about 10 minutes.
6. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
7. Once hot, place the marinated shrimp on the grill.
8. Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque.
9. Remove from grill once cooked.

Pro Tips

1. If you have some extra time, letting the shrimp marinate for an hour or more can deepen the flavors.
2. Be careful not to overcook the shrimp! They cook quickly and can become rubbery if left on the grill for too long.
3. The red pepper flakes are optional, but they add a lovely kick to balance the freshness of the lemon and parsley.
4. If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling. This prevents them from burning.

Serving Suggestions

• Present the Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley on a bed of mixed greens for a light and healthy meal.
• Drizzle any remaining marinade (that hasn’t touched raw shrimp) over the top for added flavor.
• Serve with a side of quinoa or brown rice for a complete meal.
• The Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley is also excellent when paired with a fresh cucumber salad or a light pasta dish.
• Don’t forget to garnish with lemon wedges for an extra burst of zesty flavor!

Let’s face it; a meal like this Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley is perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a weekday dinner or a fancy weekend treat, you’re in for a flavorful feast. Remember, good food doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, simple ingredients, when combined right, create a melody of flavors that dance on your palate. Enjoy your meal and keep rocking the healthy lifestyle with AH7. Cheers to eating well!

Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley

Ah, Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley! It’s more than just a delightful culinary combo; it’s a dance of flavors. Ready to make a shrimp dish that’s both scrumptious and bursting with zest? This recipe will take you on a savory journey that’s both healthy and hearty. Let’s embark on this culinary adventure with AH7.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley

Amount per Serving

Calories

250

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

10

g

15

%

Carbohydrates

 

8

g

3

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

2

g

2

%

Protein

 

24

g

48

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Shrimp peeled and deveined: 1 lb (454g)
• Lemons: 2 1 for zest and juice, 1 for garnish
• Fresh parsley chopped: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons 30 ml
• Garlic cloves minced: 3
• Red pepper flakes: 1/4 teaspoon 1.25 ml optional for a kick
• Salt: to taste
• Black pepper: to taste

Instructions

• Start by zesting one lemon into a mixing bowl.
• Squeeze the juice from the same lemon into the bowl.
• Add in the chopped parsley, minced garlic, red pepper flakes (if using), olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
• Mix these ingredients together until they form a consistent marinade.
• Add the shrimp to this marinade, ensuring each shrimp is well-coated. Let them sit and marinate for about 10 minutes.
• Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
• Once hot, place the marinated shrimp on the grill.
• Cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque.
• Remove from grill once cooked

Notes

Pro Tips
If you have some extra time, letting the shrimp marinate for an hour or more can deepen the flavors.
Be careful not to overcook the shrimp! They cook quickly and can become rubbery if left on the grill for too long.
The red pepper flakes are optional, but they add a lovely kick to balance the freshness of the lemon and parsley.
If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling. This prevents them from burning.
Serving Suggestions
Present the Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley on a bed of mixed greens for a light and healthy meal.
Drizzle any remaining marinade (that hasn’t touched raw shrimp) over the top for added flavor.
Serve with a side of quinoa or brown rice for a complete meal.
The Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley is also excellent when paired with a fresh cucumber salad or a light pasta dish.
Don’t forget to garnish with lemon wedges for an extra burst of zesty flavor!
Let’s face it; a meal like this Grilled Shrimp with Lemon and Parsley is perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a weekday dinner or a fancy weekend treat, you’re in for a flavorful feast. Remember, good food doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, simple ingredients, when combined right, create a melody of flavors that dance on your palate. Enjoy your meal and keep rocking the healthy lifestyle with AH7. Cheers to eating well!