Grilled Citrus-Chili Shrimp Skewers with Cilantro-Lime Dressing
Zesty grilled shrimp marinated in citrus and chili, served with a fresh and tangy cilantro-lime dressing perfect for a light summer meal. This Mexican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 36 minutes, pairs large shrimp, olive oil, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 6 wooden or metal skewers
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp orange juice, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Step 2: Soak 6 wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes if using wood. Thread marinated shrimp onto the skewers, about 4-5 shrimp each.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque with slight char marks.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, prepare the dressing by blending 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tsp honey, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice until smooth.
- Step 5: Serve the grilled shrimp skewers drizzled with the cilantro-lime dressing for a refreshing, vibrant finish.









