Gambas à la Provençale

Gambas à la Provençale is a vibrant French BBQ dish featuring succulent shrimp infused with aromatic herbs and garlic, perfect for a summer gathering. This gluten-free delight brings the flavors of Provence to your table with its fresh ingredients and a hint of the Mediterranean.

Ingredients

• Large shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh thyme (chopped) - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - ½ teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - ¼ teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the BBQ grill to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, leaving a bit of space between each shrimp.
5. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
6. Remove from the grill and serve immediately with a wedge of lemon on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 2 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health and reducing inflammation.

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