Grilled Garlic-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri
Juicy shrimp marinated in garlic, lime, and herbs, grilled to smoky perfection and served with vibrant chimichurri sauce. This brazilian-inspired seafood ready in about 33 minutes pairs peeled and deveined large shrimp, minced garlic cloves, fresh lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for chimichurri)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 lb peeled shrimp, 4 minced garlic cloves, 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat and marinate for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: While shrimp marinates, prepare chimichurri by mixing 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 1/4 cup olive oil in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Step 3: Thread shrimp onto skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
- Step 4: Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Step 5: Serve shrimp hot with generous spoonfuls of chimichurri sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Garlic-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri 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 Garlic-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri?
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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Garlic-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri?
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 Garlic-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri 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 Garlic-Lime Shrimp Skewers with Chimichurri?
Brazilian 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.
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