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Greek-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Lemon-Dill Sauce Recipe

Greek-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Lemon-Dill Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4
  • Category: Grilling
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Description

These Greek-Marinated Shrimp Skewers with Lemon-Dill Sauce are bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Tender shrimp, zucchini, and red onion are marinated in a vibrant blend of spices, grilled to perfection, and served with a creamy lemon-dill sauce. A delightful dish for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight meal.


Ingredients

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Shrimp Skewers

  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. dried fennel seeds
  • 1 tsp. dried cumin seeds
  • 3/4 tsp. salt
  • Zest of 1 lemon (reserve juice for Lemon-Dill Sauce)
  • 1 lb. raw peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch thick coins, and then sliced in half to create half moons
  • 1 small red onion, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

Lemon-Dill Sauce

  • 1/4 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt (sub sour cream)
  • 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tsp. finely chopped chives
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. each salt and black pepper

Optional for Serving

  • Cooked white rice, couscous, orzo, quinoa, or farro

Instructions

  1. Marinate Shrimp: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, fennel seeds, cumin seeds, salt, and lemon zest. Add shrimp and toss to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 5 hours refrigerated.
  2. Prepare Lemon-Dill Sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, chives, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate.
  3. Thread Skewers: Thread shrimp, zucchini, and red onion onto skewers. Brush with marinade.
  4. Grilling: Cook skewers on a grill until lightly charred, about 5-6 minutes.
  5. Stovetop: Cook in a pan for 5-6 minutes, turning once.
  6. Serve: Serve skewers over rice with Lemon-Dill Sauce.

Notes

  • You can marinate the shrimp and prepare skewers ahead of time.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat before serving.
  • The Lemon-Dill Sauce can be made a day ahead.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 skewer
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 190mg