Paraben Free Mediterranean Shrimp Skewers with Tomatoes and Olives
These skewers are the kind of meal that feels like a vacation on a plate — smoky from the grill, bright from fresh lemon, and loaded with the bold, briny flavors of Kalamata olives and juicy cherry tomatoes. The marinade comes together in minutes using whole, recognizable ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano, and cumin, so you always know exactly what's going into your food. That matters a lot when you're navigating products and preservatives that can sneak into pre-made sauces and store-bought seasonings. Here, everything is built from scratch with clean pantry staples and fresh produce — no mystery additives, no shortcuts that compromise your standards. The shrimp get just 15 to 20 minutes in the marinade before hitting a hot grill, where they cook in only a few minutes per side until perfectly opaque and curled. Threading them onto skewers with tomatoes and olives means every bite has a little sweetness, a little salt, and a little char. Finish with a handful of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, and dinner is done.
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4 servings
For the marinade and skewers
- 1 lb large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined, tails on
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup pitted kalamata olives
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes so they don't char on the grill.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp of the olive oil, the garlic, oregano, cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Add the shrimp and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate at room temperature for 15–20 minutes — no longer, as the lemon juice will begin to firm the shrimp.
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