Paleo Garlic and Lemon Grilled Prawns
Elevate your summer grilling game with these irresistible Paleo Garlic and Lemon Grilled Prawns, a dish bursting with zesty freshness and smoky allure. Tender, juicy prawns are marinated in a vibrant blend of extra virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, zest, and aromatic garlic, then enhanced with a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Perfectly seasoned with sea salt and black pepper, these prawns are grilled to achieve beautiful char marks and a succulent texture. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served alongside lemon wedges, this paleo-friendly recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes to cook. Perfect for summer BBQs or light weeknight dinners, these grilled prawns are a healthy, gluten-free dish that’s sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams large prawns, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Add the sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the mixture and stir well.
Place the prawns into the bowl, ensuring they are evenly coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
Thread the marinated prawns onto skewers, making sure to pass the skewer through both the tail and the thicker end.
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent the prawns from sticking.
Place the prawn skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the prawns turn opaque and have grill marks.
Once cooked, remove the prawns from the grill and sprinkle them with fresh chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with additional lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the prawns.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
900 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.0 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 945 mg | 315% | |
| Sodium | 2889 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 122.0 g | 244% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| 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.
