Gut Friendly Garlic Shrimp Skewers

Total time43 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time8 min

4.8

(5)

Smoky, garlicky, and kissed with char from the grill, these shrimp skewers are the kind of dish that feels like a treat while actually being incredibly clean and nourishing. The marinade leans on extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon, and a warm blend of turmeric and smoked paprika — ingredients that are as easy on the digestive system as they are bold in flavor. Turmeric in particular has long been celebrated for its gut-supportive properties, and here it works in harmony with the anti-inflammatory olive oil to make every bite feel like it's doing something good. The shrimp marinate just long enough to soak up all that flavor without over-tenderizing, then hit a hot grill for a quick cook that keeps them juicy and light. There's no heavy sauce, no processed filler, and nothing that's going to leave you feeling weighed down after dinner. A squeeze of fresh lemon and a scatter of parsley at the end brighten everything up and add a little digestive bonus to finish the plate. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just yourself on a weeknight, this one comes together fast and delivers serious flavor without any compromise.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the marinade and shrimp

1 ½ lb large shrimp (16/20 count), peeled and deveined, tails on
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
½ tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
½ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp black pepper

For serving

2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Instructions

1
If using wooden skewers, submerge them in water for at least 20 minutes so they don't scorch on the grill.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, turmeric, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until combined.

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