Jeweled Summer Shrimp & Vegetable Skewers
A vibrant, flavor-packed skewer that perfectly captures the essence of coastal Mediterranean dining. Succulent shrimp and crisp garden vegetables are bathed in a bright, herbaceous marinade of lemon, garlic, and fresh mint before being grilled to smoky perfection. This dish is designed to be as nourishing as it is beautiful.
- Total Time55 minutes
- Yield4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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For the Lemon-Herb Marinade:
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 5 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup packed fresh mint (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
For the Skewers:
- 1.5 lb extra-large shrimp (16–20 count, peeled and deveined)
- 1 large red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch squares)
- 1 large yellow bell pepper (cut into 1-inch squares)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
- 1 medium red onion (cut into 1-inch wedges)
Instructions
- Make the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic, parsley, mint, oregano, smoked paprika, sumac, red pepper flakes, and salt. Reserve 3 tablespoons in a separate small container for finishing.
- Prep Components: Cut vegetables uniformly. Pat shrimp very dry with paper towels.
- Marinate: Add bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion to a large mixing bowl; toss with the main portion of the marinade and rest 10 minutes. Add shrimp; toss to coat and marinate 10–15 minutes more (do not exceed this time).
- Assemble Skewers: Thread shrimp and vegetables alternately, leaving slight gaps for airflow. Aim for about 4 shrimp per skewer.
- Grill: Preheat grill to medium-high (400–450°F / 200–230°C). Oil grates. Grill skewers ~3–4 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque and vegetables are tender-crisp with light char.
- Finish: Transfer to a platter and immediately drizzle with the reserved fresh marinade. Discard any marinade remaining in the mixing bowl. Serve at once.
Notes
Nutrition Facts (per serving: 1–2 skewers): Calories: 398 kcal | Total Fat: 21.4 g (Saturated Fat: 3.1 g) | Total Carbs: 14 g (Fiber: 2.8 g, Sugars: 7 g, Added Sugars: 0 g) | Protein: 35 g | Sodium: 460 mg
These values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation. Sugars from vegetables.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Modern Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: 398