Aperol-Infused Shrimp Skewers with Herb Oil

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Juicy shrimp marinated in Aperol, garlic, and herbs, grilled to perfection with a vibrant herb oil drizzle. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs Large shrimp (peeled, deveined), Aperol, Lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 2, 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 2 Mediterranean cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Thread 12 oz shrimp onto skewers, leaving a small space between each shrimp.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 tbsp Aperol, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, and 1 tbsp olive oil in a shallow dish; pour over shrimp, turning to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes, then grill over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
  4. Step 4: Transfer to a serving platter, sprinkle with 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley, and serve immediately with a drizzle of the reserved marinade.

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