Lemon-Pepper Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Cilantro-Lime Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

Juicy shrimp marinated in lemon and pepper, grilled to perfection, served over fragrant cilantro-lime rice for a fresh and zesty meal. This Latin American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 45 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 320 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, peeled and deveined large shrimp
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 2 cups water
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tsp lime zest
• 1 tbsp lime juice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt. Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: While shrimp marinates, rinse 1 cup uncooked long grain rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups water to a boil, add rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 minutes until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
3. Step 3: Remove rice from heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 tsp lime zest, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Keep covered until ready to serve.
4. Step 4: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers (about 6-7 shrimp per skewer).
5. Step 5: Grill shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp are opaque and slightly charred.
6. Step 6: Serve shrimp skewers hot over the cilantro-lime rice for a bright, refreshing dish.