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platter of grilled lemon dill shrimp skewers

Grilled Lemon Dill Shrimp Skewers

Short Description: Juicy grilled shrimp marinated in lemon, dill, garlic, and olive oil. Quick to make, light, and bursting with fresh flavors — the perfect summer dinner or BBQ dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Main dish
Cuisine: Greek-inspired, Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ pounds large raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Zest and juice of 2 lemons
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • Wooden or metal skewers
  • For serving:
  • Extra lemon wedges
  • Fresh dill sprigs

Method
 

Prepare the marinade
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, dill, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Marinate the shrimp
  1. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss well. Let them sit in the marinade for 15–20 minutes (no more than 30 minutes).
Skewer the shrimp
  1. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing through the top and tail ends to keep them secure. Aim for 5–6 shrimp per skewer.
Preheat the grill
  1. Heat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the shrimp
  1. Place skewers on the grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side. Shrimp should turn pink and opaque with slight char marks.
Serve and garnish
  1. Transfer skewers to a platter, squeeze fresh lemon juice over them, and garnish with dill. Serve warm.

Notes

  • If you’re using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes before grilling.
  • Don’t over-marinate shrimp — the lemon juice can make them mushy.
  • Great with rice, couscous, or salad on the side.