Indoor Poolside Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

Juicy shrimp marinated in a zesty lemon-garlic mixture then grilled to perfection, ideal for a casual poolside meal. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 33 minutes, pairs large shrimp, peeled and deveined, 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 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
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 8 wooden skewers, soaked in water

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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, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp to the marinade, tossing gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated shrimp onto 8 soaked wooden skewers, about 5-6 shrimp per skewer.
4. Step 4: Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque with slight grill marks, being careful not to overcook.
5. Step 5: Remove skewers from grill and serve immediately, perfect for enjoying poolside or as a light appetizer.