Low Fat Garlic Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Elevate your next barbecue with these flavorful Low Fat Garlic Lime Grilled Shrimp Skewers! This healthy seafood recipe combines plump, juicy shrimp with a zesty marinade made from fresh lime juice, garlic, low sodium soy sauce, a touch of honey, and warm spices like cumin and chili powder. Perfectly charred on the grill, these shrimp skewers are not only quick to prepare—with just 15 minutes of prep time—but also light and packed with bold citrus and savory notes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, they're as vibrant in taste as they are in presentation. Whether you're planning a weeknight dinner or impressing guests at a summer cookout, these low-fat shrimp skewers are sure to please.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp
- 0.25 cup lime juice
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 lime lime wedges
Instructions
Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on for presentation. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
In a medium bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic cloves, olive oil, soy sauce, honey, ground cumin, chili powder, and black pepper. Whisk together to create the marinade.
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but not longer than an hour to avoid over-marinating.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each shrimp for even cooking.
Place the shrimp skewers on the grill. Grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and have a nice char.
Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.1 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 857 mg | 286% | |
| Sodium | 1692 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.5 g | ||
| Protein | 114.0 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 17.2 mcg | 86% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1556 mg | 33% | |
*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.
