Mediterranean Summer Breeze Shrimp Appetizer
Delight your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean Summer Breeze Shrimp Appetizer, a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for entertaining or savoring al fresco. Succulent, marinated shrimp are grilled to perfection and paired with a refreshing medley of diced cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic parsley. Infused with the zesty brightness of lemon juice, garlic, and a hint of paprika, this appetizer is a true celebration of summer flavors. Served on bamboo skewers, it’s as stunning to present as it is delicious to eat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this light and wholesome seafood recipe will bring a burst of Mediterranean sunshine to your table! Perfect for keywords like “Mediterranean shrimp appetizer,” “easy summer recipes,” and “quick grilled appetizers.”
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces large shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails on)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 10 pieces bamboo skewers (soaked in water for 15 minutes)
Instructions
Begin by preparing the marinade for the shrimp. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
While the shrimp marinates, prepare the Mediterranean topping. In a small bowl, combine diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Toss lightly and set aside.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread two marinated shrimp onto each bamboo skewer, leaving a small gap between each shrimp for even cooking.
Grill the shrimp skewers for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Be careful not to overcook.
To serve, arrange the shrimp skewers on a platter and spoon the Mediterranean topping generously over the shrimp. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Mediterranean summer breeze in every bite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1098 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.9 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 639 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 3275 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 86.6 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 566 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1835 mg | 39% | |
*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.
