Lime-Cilantro Shrimp Skewers with Cucumber-Dill Salad

Grilled shrimp marinated in bright lime and cilantro, served with a cool cucumber salad for a refreshing summer meal.

Cuisine: American

Category: Seafood

Prep: 25 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 12 oz shrimp
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp cilantro
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cucumber
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 2 tbsp dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp, toss to coat, and marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Step 2: Thread 12 oz marinated shrimp onto skewers, discard excess marinade, and preheat grill to 375°F. Grill shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
3. Step 3: Dice 1 peeled cucumber into 1/4-inch cubes, combine with 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss and let sit 10 minutes.
4. Step 4: Serve grilled shrimp immediately with cucumber-dill salad on the side.