Description
Grilled Shrimp Piccata Skewers are a quick and flavorful seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp marinated in zesty lemon juice, capers, garlic, and fresh parsley, then grilled to juicy perfection. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining, these skewers deliver a bold, tangy piccata flavor in under 30 minutes with a healthy, light profile.
Ingredients
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Shrimp and Marinade
- 1 lb large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Equipment
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes) or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, capers, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create a bright and tangy marinade.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, tossing gently to coat thoroughly. Let them marinate for 15 to 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse without cooking the shrimp.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto soaked wooden or metal skewers, spacing them evenly without overcrowding to ensure even cooking.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the shrimp skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque with slight char marks, indicating they are perfectly cooked and juicy.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the skewers from the grill, sprinkle additional fresh parsley and capers on top, and serve immediately while hot for the best flavor.
Notes
- Freshness Matters: Use fresh shrimp whenever possible for optimal texture and taste.
- Don’t Overcook: Shrimp cook quickly; cook until just opaque to avoid toughness.
- Soak Wooden Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
- Marinate Just Right: Keep marinating time between 15 and 20 minutes to avoid mushy texture from the acid.
- Even Cooking: Thread shrimp evenly spaced on skewers for consistent grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (about 5-6 shrimp)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg