Citrus-Marinated Grilled Shrimp with Caribbean Spice Rub

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

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Plump shrimp marinated in bright citrus and a regional spice rub, grilled to smoky perfection for a refreshing seafood dish. This Latin American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 16 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: 10 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Latin American 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
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp (blend of paprika, cumin, coriander, and chili powder) regional spice blend
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp chopped for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp regional spice blend (paprika, cumin, coriander, chili powder), 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to let flavors penetrate.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
Step 4: Remove shrimp from heat and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving to add a fresh herbal brightness to the smoky, citrusy shrimp.