Description
Spicy Garlic Parmesan Grilled Shrimp with Lemon Herb Aioli brings zesty ocean flavors straight to your summer dinner table. Fire up the grill and watch these juicy shrimp sizzle with bold, tangy seasoning that’ll make your taste buds dance.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
Seasoning and Cheese:
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Liquids and Herbs:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Fire up your grill to 400°F, creating a hot surface for perfect shrimp searing.
- Whisk ¼ cup olive oil with 4 minced garlic cloves, ½ cup parmesan, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Toss 1 pound peeled shrimp into the spicy marinade, ensuring each piece gets thoroughly coated with the flavorful mixture.
- Thread marinated shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers, spacing them evenly to promote consistent cooking.
- Place shrimp skewers directly on the preheated grill grates, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and develop light char marks.
- While shrimp cook, blend ¼ cup mayonnaise with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, chopped parsley, and dill in a small serving bowl.
- Remove grilled shrimp from heat, letting them rest for 1 minute to lock in moisture and distribute internal temperatures.
- Transfer skewered shrimp to a clean platter and serve immediately alongside the tangy herbed aioli for dipping.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Check shrimp for doneness by looking for a pink color and slight curl – overcooking makes them tough and rubbery.
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt in the aioli for a lighter, tangier sauce that cuts down on calories.
- For a gluten-free option, use almond flour instead of parmesan cheese and ensure all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Shrimp
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg