Grilled Cajun Shrimp Skewers
Spicy Cajun-seasoned shrimp grilled to perfection on skewers — a fast, smoky main for a waterside cookout. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 26 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, Cajun seasoning 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 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 8 wooden skewers, soaked
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Toss thoroughly to coat each shrimp evenly and let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Step 2: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, distributing them evenly.
- Step 3: Place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn opaque and develop a slight char, signaling they are cooked through and juicy.
- Step 4: Remove from grill and serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges if desired.
