Paraben Free Garlic Shrimp Skewers
These skewers are the kind of dish that disappears from the platter before you even sit down — smoky, garlicky, and bright with fresh lemon in every bite. The marinade is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients like extra-virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juice, and spices, so there's no guesswork about what's actually going into your food. That matters a lot when you're avoiding synthetic preservatives and additives that sneak into so many store-bought sauces and pre-marinated proteins. Turmeric and smoked paprika give the shrimp a gorgeous golden-orange color and a warmth that pairs perfectly with the char from the grill. The technique is straightforward — a quick 20-minute marinade, a hot grill, and just a few minutes per side until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and lightly caramelized at the edges. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and a squeeze of lemon wedge at the end keeps everything tasting clean and vibrant. Whether you're grilling for a crowd or a weeknight dinner, this one is hard to beat.
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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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