Grilled Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers with Herb Yogurt Dip

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Tender shrimp marinated in lemon and garlic, grilled to perfection, and served with a refreshing herb-infused yogurt dip for a light and flavorful appetizer. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe (gluten free, low carb), ready in about 28 minutes, pairs large shrimp, lemon juice, olive oil 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 low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 8 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers.
  3. Step 3: Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred, taking care not to overcook.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1/4 cup finely diced cucumber. Stir until well mixed.
  5. Step 5: Serve grilled shrimp hot with the herb yogurt dip on the side for dipping.

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