Cilantro Garlic Shrimp

Cilantro Garlic Shrimp is a vibrant Moroccan BBQ dish bursting with fresh flavors and aromatic spices. This gluten-free delight features succulent shrimp marinated in a zesty cilantro-garlic sauce, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Shrimp - 300 grams, peeled and deveined
• Cilantro - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Skewers - 4 (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped cilantro, olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss until they are well coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat the grill or BBQ to medium-high heat.
4. Thread the marinated shrimp onto the skewers, about 4-5 shrimp per skewer.
5. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are pink and opaque.
6. Remove from the grill and serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro and lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 160 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from garlic and cilantro.

Tags