Grilled Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Italian Herb Salad

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Succulent shrimp marinated in lemon and garlic grilled to perfection, served over a fresh Italian herb and tomato salad. This italian-inspired seafood ready in about 31 minutes pairs 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 190 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 6 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 lb shrimp, 3 tbsp lemon juice, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss well and marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque, with slight char marks.
  3. Step 3: While shrimp cook, in a separate bowl, mix 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper, tossing gently.
  4. Step 4: Serve grilled shrimp atop the herb tomato salad, garnishing with extra lemon wedges if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Italian Herb Salad take to make?

Total time is about 31 minutes (25 min prep + 6 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 Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Italian Herb Salad?

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 shrimp, peeled and deveined from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Italian Herb Salad?

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 Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Italian Herb Salad 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 Lemon-Garlic Shrimp with Italian Herb Salad?

Italian 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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