Zesty Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers
Juicy shrimp grilled with a zesty lemon-garlic marinade, served with a tangy tzatziki dip. This mediterranean-inspired mediterranean (mediterranean) ready in about 30 minutes pairs (large, peeled and deveined) shrimp, olive oil, (minced) garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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, peeled and deveined) shrimp
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp (fresh, chopped) dill
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup (store-bought or homemade) tzatziki
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Step 2: Thread shrimp onto skewers, ensuring even coating with the marinade. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Serve immediately with a side of tzatziki, drizzled with extra lemon juice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Zesty Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Zesty Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Zesty Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Zesty Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Zesty Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers?
Mediterranean mediterranean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
