Herb-Infused Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty herb mixture, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 30 minutes pairs shrimp, peeled and deveined, olive oil, 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 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 shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp, chopped dill
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
- 4 whole wheat pita bread
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and marinate for 15-20 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers and grill for 3-4 minutes per side until opaque and slightly charred.
- Step 3: Serve skewers with tzatziki sauce and warm pita bread, drizzling extra lemon juice over the shrimp.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Skewers take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 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 Herb-Infused Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Skewers?
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 Herb-Infused Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Skewers?
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 Herb-Infused Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Skewers 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 Herb-Infused Mediterranean Grilled Shrimp Skewers?
Mediterranean 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
