Grilled Citrus-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Cilantro Lime Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-09 · Updated 2026-07-09

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Light and zesty shrimp grilled to perfection, soaked in a citrus marinade and served with a bright cilantro lime dipping sauce. This Latin American seafood recipe, ready in about 18 minutes, pairs large shrimp, orange juice, and 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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: 8 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup (60ml) orange juice, freshly squeezed
2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 tsp ground cumin
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup (10g) fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/3 cup (80g) Greek yogurt
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
Step 3: Meanwhile, prepare the cilantro lime sauce by mixing 1/3 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tsp honey, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Chill until serving.
Step 4: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers.
Step 5: Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
Step 6: Serve the shrimp hot with the chilled cilantro lime sauce for dipping, providing a stimulating balance of flavors.