Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Mint and Chili
Zesty grilled shrimp marinated in a citrus-chili blend, served with fresh mint for a bright summer seafood dish. 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, freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced fresh garlic
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh mint leaves
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8, soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, dividing evenly.
- Step 4: Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
- Step 5: Remove from grill, sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, and serve immediately for a bright, flavorful summer seafood dish.








