Aperol & Herb Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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Juicy shrimp marinated in Aperol and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection with lemon zest for a bright, zesty appetizer or light main course. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs shrimp, Aperol, lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp Aperol, 1 tbsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp fresh oregano, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Toss shrimp with the Aperol marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Step 3: Thread shrimp onto soaked wooden skewers, spacing them evenly.
  4. Step 4: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C). Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, turning once halfway through.
  5. Step 5: Transfer to a plate, garnish with extra lemon zest, and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

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