Tangy Grilled Shrimp Skewers

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-28 · Updated 2026-03-28

Succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty citrus and herb blend, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing mango salsa. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 35 minutes pairs shrimp, lime juice, olive oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. 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 shrimp
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp, chopped cilantro
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1, diced mango
• 1/4, diced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped cilantro
• 1, juiced lime

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, leaving space between each piece.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cilantro, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add shrimp and toss to coat evenly.
3. Step 3: Let marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature, turning occasionally.
4. Step 4: Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, prepare salsa by combining diced mango, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Serve skewers with the salsa on the side.