Barbecue Shrimp
This Barbecue Shrimp recipe delivers a healthy twist on a classic American dish, featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty homemade barbecue sauce. Perfect for a quick and delightful dinner, it's packed with flavor and nutrition.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
290 kcal
Ingredients
- Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
- Paprika - 1 tablespoon
- Cayenne pepper - 1 teaspoon
- Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
- Apple cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) - 2 tablespoons
Steps
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Add the shrimp to the marinade, tossing to coat well. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the marinated shrimp in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove from the grill and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 34 g
- Carbs: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, which supports muscle health and weight management.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.
Tags
AmericanHealthyBBQ