Description
Grilled Shrimp Piccata Skewers feature succulent shrimp marinated in a bright lemon-caper sauce, quickly grilled to juicy perfection. This easy, tangy dish offers fresh, vibrant flavors ideal for a backyard barbecue or weeknight dinner, combining lightness and boldness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Shrimp and Skewers
- 1 lb fresh peeled and deveined shrimp
- Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, capers, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended to create a bright and flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Shrimp: Add peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade, toss gently to coat, and let sit for 15 to 20 minutes. This allows the shrimp to soak up the vibrant piccata flavors without becoming mushy.
- Skewer the Shrimp: Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving small gaps between each piece for even cooking. If using wooden skewers, ensure they have been soaked in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the shrimp skewers on the grill and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side until the shrimp turn pink and opaque, avoiding overcooking for the juiciest results.
- Finish and Serve: Once cooked, transfer the skewers to a platter and drizzle with any remaining marinade or fresh lemon juice. Garnish with extra parsley and capers for a beautiful presentation.
Notes
- Don’t over-marinate: Keep the shrimp in the marinade no longer than 20 minutes to avoid a mushy texture caused by lemon juice breaking down the protein.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh lemon juice and parsley make all the difference in flavor clarity and brightness.
- Preheat the grill: A hot grill gives shrimp a nice sear and prevents sticking.
- Even skewering: Uniform shrimp size ensures even cooking for perfectly tender bites.
- Serve immediately: Grilled shrimp tastes best right off the grill while still juicy and warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 skewers
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 190 mg
Keywords: shrimp, piccata, grilled shrimp skewers, lemon caper sauce, quick seafood appetizer, backyard barbecue, easy shrimp recipe, gluten free