Chili-Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Cilantro Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-29 · Updated 2026-04-29

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Spicy and tangy shrimp skewers grilled to smoky perfection, paired with a cool cilantro-infused yogurt dip for balance. This Latin American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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: 10 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8, soaked in water wooden skewers
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1, minced garlic clove
1 tsp lime zest

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Thread the shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart for even cooking.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
Step 4: Meanwhile, mix 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp lime zest in a small bowl. Serve the shrimp hot with the cilantro yogurt dip on the side.