Pork Free Mediterranean Shrimp Skewers with Tomatoes and Olives
These skewers are everything you want from a warm-weather meal — smoky, garlicky shrimp threaded with juicy cherry tomatoes and briny Kalamata olives, all kissed by the grill. The marinade is a bright, punchy blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and cumin that infuses the shrimp quickly without needing hours in the fridge. A short 15–20 minute soak is all it takes, which means dinner can come together fast on a weeknight or feel effortlessly impressive at a weekend cookout. Because the entire dish is built around shrimp, fresh produce, and pantry staples, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap out any ingredients — it's naturally free of pork and pork-derived products from start to finish. The alternating pattern of shrimp, tomatoes, and olives on each skewer isn't just pretty; it keeps everything cooking evenly and delivers a little burst of flavor in every single bite. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, and you've got a Mediterranean-inspired plate that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did.
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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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