Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Garlic and Chili
Tender shrimp marinated in bright citrus and chili, grilled to smoky perfection, ideal for summer cookouts. This Caribbean-inspired summer cookout 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1/4 cup, fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp, fresh lime juice
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 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, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 425°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, about 6 shrimp per skewer.
- Step 4: Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque with slight charring, turning once carefully.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately with a wedge of lime for an effortless summer seafood dish.









