Grilled Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Chili-Lime Sauce
Juicy shrimp marinated in fresh citrus and grilled to perfection, served with a zesty chili-lime dipping sauce. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 18 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, fresh orange juice, 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 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
- for serving lime wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes to make the marinade.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
- Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque with light grill marks.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 2 tbsp chopped cilantro to create a chili-lime dipping sauce. Serve shrimp skewers hot with lime wedges and the sauce on the side.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Chili-Lime Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 18 minutes (10 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 Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Chili-Lime Sauce?
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 fresh orange juice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Chili-Lime Sauce?
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 Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Chili-Lime Sauce 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 Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Chili-Lime Sauce?
Mediterranean 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.
