Grilled Chile-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Avocado Salsa
Juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty chile-lime sauce grilled to perfection, served alongside a refreshing avocado and tomato salsa. This mexican-inspired seafood ready in about 33 minutes pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 260 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 8 wooden skewers, soaked
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 20 minutes in the fridge.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, prepare the salsa by combining 1 diced medium avocado, 1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tsp lime zest, and 1 minced small jalapeño in a bowl. Gently mix and season with a pinch of salt.
- Step 3: Thread the marinated shrimp onto eight soaked wooden skewers.
- Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- Step 5: Serve the grilled shrimp hot with the avocado salsa on the side.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Chile-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Avocado Salsa take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (25 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Chile-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Avocado Salsa?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Chile-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Avocado Salsa?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Chile-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Avocado Salsa for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Chile-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Avocado Salsa?
Mexican seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
