Lime-Cilantro Shrimp Skewers with Cucumber-Dill Salad

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

Grilled shrimp marinated in bright lime and cilantro, served with a cool cucumber salad for a refreshing summer meal. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs shrimp, lime juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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

• 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.