Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers Recipe
These Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers are what happen when fresh flavor meets lazy elegance. They’re bright, zesty, and scream “effortless dinner goddess” energy. The vegan shrimp soaks up all that lemony, garlicky goodness like it’s getting a five-star spa treatment. You’ll get that perfect grill-char without needing a backyard—or a man with tongs. It’s fast, fancy, and dangerously easy to love. Perfect for summer parties, light lunches, or pretending you host a cooking show in your kitchen. Get ready to skewer, sizzle, and serve up vegan perfection with a side of sass and sunshine.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Skewers Recipe
A light, zesty vegan dish featuring lemon-marinated shrimp-style protein grilled to golden perfection and served with garlicky, citrus-forward freshness.
Ingredients
Method
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add vegan shrimp to the marinade and toss gently until well coated.
- Cover and let marinate for 10 minutes (or longer if you’re patient).
- Thread shrimp onto skewers, alternating with lemon slices for extra flair.
- Heat grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Brush the pan lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill skewers for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and slightly crisp.
- Brush remaining marinade over the skewers while grilling.
- Remove, sprinkle with parsley, and serve with fresh lemon wedges.
- Enjoy the “I totally grilled this myself” moment.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 24%
- Iron: 12%
- Calcium: 9%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Potassium: 11%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Use metal skewers to avoid bamboo drama (or soak wooden ones first).
- Add bell peppers or zucchini for extra color and crunch.
- Want more heat? Sprinkle chili flakes before grilling.
- Don’t skip the lemon—it’s the personality of the dish.
- Serve with garlic rice, quinoa, or a glass of cold white wine (because balance, obviously).
