Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Basil and Lemon
These grilled shrimp skewers are bursting with flavor from fresh basil and zesty lemon.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Skewers - 8, soaked in water
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lemon - 1, juiced
- Fresh basil leaves - 1/2 cup, chopped
- Shrimp - 1 pound, peeled and deveined
Let's Get Started
- In a bowl, combine the chopped basil, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for 10 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto the soaked skewers.
- Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and opaque.
- Remove from the grill and serve hot.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Sugar: 0g