Description
- Grilled Chimichurri Shrimp Skewers recipe: Quick, flavorful, and perfect for summer grilling with fresh chimichurri sauce.
Ingredients
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- Chimichurri Sauce:
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
- 1 small fresno chile, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Shrimp and Extras:
- 1 pound jumbo shrimp, raw
- 1/2 cup tzatziki, for serving
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved, for serving
- Bread or rice, for serving
Instructions
- Chimichurri: Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, parsley, fresno chile, garlic, oregano, and salt in a food processor and blend until smooth. Divide into three portions.
- Prepare the Shrimp: Thaw shrimp if frozen and remove shells and tails. Pat dry and toss with one portion of the chimichurri sauce.
- Grill the Skewers: Thread shrimp onto pre-soaked wooden skewers. Grill over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side or until opaque. Use another portion of the sauce to brush the shrimp while grilling.
- Serving: Toss cherry tomatoes with the remaining chimichurri. Serve the grilled shrimp with cherry tomatoes, rice or bread, and a side of tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 330 kcal per serving
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