{Grilled} Lemon and Thyme Shrimp and Veggie Skewers
Grilled Shrimp and Veggie Skewers flavored with lemon juice and thyme are PERFECT for summer. Also, you get to cook a seafood main course and a veggie side dish together - what a timesaver!
Servings : 8
Ingredients
- 1 pound frozen precooked shrimp , thawed
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 whole fresh lemons , juiced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
- sea salt , to taste
- freshly ground peppercorns , to taste
- cherry tomatoes
- button mushrooms
- 1 small zucchini , diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- Skewers
Instructions
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine shrimp, olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Toss bag lightly, and turn to coat; place in fridge for 15 minutes.
- Prepare a charcoal or gas grill.
- Remove shrimp from marinade. Reserve marinade for brushing.
- On metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and vegetables.
- Grill covered, over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, turning once and brushing with marinade. Discard marinade.
Notes
Serve as an appetizer, or as a meal over a bed of rice.
Nutrition
Calories: 115 kcal | Carbohydrates: 3 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 6 g | Saturated Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 142 mg | Sodium: 443 mg | Potassium: 146 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 50 IU | Vitamin C: 21 mg | Calcium: 93 mg | Iron: 1.5 mg | Net Carbs: 2 g
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.