Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

Bright and zesty shrimp skewers marinated in a citrus and herb mixture, then grilled to juicy perfection for a summer cookout. This Latin American-inspired summer cookout recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs large shrimp, orange juice, lemon 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 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 large shrimp
• 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 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 freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 425°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
4. Step 4: Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque with slight char marks, being careful not to overcook.
5. Step 5: Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges and a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.