Lemon Garlic Marinated Shrimp
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly flavorful, this Lemon Garlic Marinated Shrimp recipe is a seafood lover’s dream! Featuring tender shrimp infused with a bold marinade of fresh lemon juice, garlic, honey, and paprika, this dish strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes of cooking and marinating time, it’s a quick yet impressive option for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Whether sautéed in a skillet or grilled to perfection, these shrimp are juicy, vibrant, and versatile—serve them over rice, toss them into a fresh salad, or use them to top tacos for a delicious twist. Garnished with optional fresh parsley for a pop of color, this easy shrimp recipe is sure to become your go-to for light, citrusy meals that are both healthy and satisfying. Perfect for fans of low-carb, pescatarian, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp into the bowl, and toss to coat the shrimp evenly with the marinade. Cover the bowl and let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Alternatively, preheat your grill to medium heat.
Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Avoid overcooking as shrimp can become rubbery.
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a serving plate and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately as a main dish alongside rice, pasta, or a fresh salad, or use as a topping for tacos or wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 2044 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 110.3 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1351 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
