Grilled Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers with Cilantro Lime Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-26 · Updated 2026-05-26

Juicy shrimp marinated in zesty lemon and garlic grilled to perfection, served over fragrant cilantro lime rice for a fresh and vibrant seafood meal. This Mexican-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, lemon juice, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp lime zest

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
2. Step 2: While shrimp marinates, rinse 1 cup long grain white rice under cold water until clear. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add the rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 18 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
3. Step 3: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a little space between each. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
4. Step 4: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork. Stir in 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1 teaspoon lime zest until fragrant and evenly mixed.
5. Step 5: Serve the grilled shrimp skewers atop the cilantro lime rice for a bright, flavorful dish.