Harissa-Spiced Grilled Shrimp Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

Succulent shrimp marinated in smoky harissa and citrus, grilled to perfection and served with a zesty yogurt sauce. This North African-inspired seafood recipe (low-carb), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs large shrimp, harissa paste, lemon juice 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 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 2 tbsp harissa paste
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt yogurt
• 1 tbsp chopped mint
• 1/4 cup tzatziki sauce
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Grilling tools worth buying → Best Grilling Tools and BBQ Gadgets for 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine shrimp, harissa, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Thread shrimp onto skewers, alternating with cherry tomatoes and red onion slices. Brush with additional harissa mixture.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to high heat. Grill skewers 3-4 minutes per side until shrimp are pink and opaque, and vegetables are charred.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, mix yogurt, mint, and tzatziki sauce. Serve skewers with the cooling yogurt sauce for balance.