Enjoy these flavorful grilled shrimp skewers paired with a vibrant veggie salad for a healthy and satisfying clean-eating dinner. Perfect for a weeknight meal or entertaining.
Author:Amelia Carmichael
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:American
Diet:Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Salad:
4 cups mixed greens
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup cucumber, diced
2 tbsp vinaigrette dressing
Instructions
In a bowl, toss shrimp and vegetables with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Thread shrimp and vegetables onto skewers, alternating them.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
Grill skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
While skewers are grilling, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber in a bowl.
Toss the salad with vinaigrette dressing.
Serve grilled shrimp skewers with the veggie salad.
Notes
Marinate the shrimp and vegetables for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
You can add other vegetables like yellow bell peppers or pineapple chunks to the skewers.
Ensure your grill grates are clean to prevent sticking.