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Fresh Lemon Herb Shrimp Skewers with Grilled Zucchini

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A quick and easy recipe featuring bright lemon and fresh herbs marinated shrimp skewers paired with smoky grilled zucchini, perfect for a light and vibrant meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
  • 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme leaves, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
  2. Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, toss gently to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes.
  3. Slice zucchinis lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips. Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  4. Thread shrimp onto skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer, leaving space between each shrimp.
  5. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). If using grill pan, preheat on stove for 5 minutes.
  6. Place zucchini strips on grill and cook 3-4 minutes per side until tender with grill marks. Remove and keep warm.
  7. Place shrimp skewers on grill and cook 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking.
  8. Arrange shrimp skewers alongside grilled zucchini. Garnish with extra parsley or lemon wedge if desired and serve.

Notes

Do not marinate shrimp longer than 30 minutes to avoid tough texture. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Preheat grill or pan well for best grill marks. Shake off excess marinade before grilling shrimp to avoid steaming. Rest shrimp briefly after grilling to redistribute juices. Leftovers keep up to 2 days refrigerated; reheat gently to avoid drying out.

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