Cilantro-Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Juicy shrimp marinated in cilantro and lime, grilled and served with a vibrant mango salsa for a tropical summer flavor. This Latin American-inspired summer cookout recipe (gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs large shrimp, fresh cilantro, lime juice 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 medium, diced ripe mango
• 1/2 cup, diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño
• 1 tsp fresh lime zest
• 2 tbsp, for garnish fresh cilantro leaves
• 8 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Marinate in the fridge for 20 minutes.
2. Step 2: Meanwhile, combine 1 diced medium ripe mango, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 minced seeded jalapeño, and 1 tsp fresh lime zest in a small bowl. Refrigerate until serving.
3. Step 3: Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
4. Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (400°F). Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled shrimp topped with the mango salsa and garnish with 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves.