Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Chili Lime Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

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Juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty citrus blend, grilled to perfection, and brushed with a sweet and spicy chili lime glaze for a bright summer seafood dish. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 31 minutes, pairs large shrimp, orange juice, lime juice 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: 25 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
1/4 cup, fresh orange juice
2 tbsp, fresh lime juice
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp olive oil
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 425°F). Thread shrimp evenly onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
Step 4: Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, basting occasionally with remaining marinade, until shrimp are pink and opaque with slight char marks.
Step 5: Remove from grill and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.