Citrus-Glazed Shrimp with Cilantro
Juicy shrimp marinated in fresh lime and orange juice, then grilled to perfection and finished with a bright cilantro garnish. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 21 minutes, pairs shrimp, lime juice, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (peeled and deveined) shrimp
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove (minced) garlic
- 2 tbsp (chopped) cilantro
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb shrimp, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F). Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Transfer grilled shrimp to a plate, sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.
