Margarita Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Delightful shrimp skewers marinated in lime and cilantro, perfect for grilling and impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons tequila (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, tequila, cilantro, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat well. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and soak wooden skewers in water for 15 minutes if using.
- Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, placing them close together.
- Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes.
- Serve immediately, perhaps with a side of fresh salad or grilled veggies!
Notes
Avoid overcooking the shrimp to prevent them from becoming rubbery. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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