Grilled Tequila-Lime Shrimp

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Lime and tequila-marinated shrimp grilled on skewers make an easy appetizer to enjoy all summer.

Submitted by kellenf
Updated on November 21, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
6 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 16 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

  • 2 tablespoons tequila

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • 1 pinch garlic salt

  • 1 pinch ground cumin

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

  • 6 (10 inch) wooden skewers

  • 1 large lime, quartered

Directions

  1. Whisk together lime juice, tequila, olive oil, garlic salt, cumin, and black pepper in a bowl until well blended. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag; add shrimp, seal the bag, and turn to coat evenly. Refrigerate 1 to 4 hours before grilling.

  2. Soak skewers at least 30 minutes in water to prevent burning.

  3. Preheat outdoor grill for medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grate and place it about 4 inches from heat source.

  4. Drain and discard marinade from shrimp. Thread shrimp onto prepared skewers, 5 to 6 per skewer.

  5. Cook, uncovered, on preheated grill until shrimp turn pink, turning once, for 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with lime wedges for garnish.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

235 Calories
15g Fat
4g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 235
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 11%
Cholesterol 173mg 58%
Sodium 283mg 12%
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 12mg 14%
Calcium 48mg 4%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 206mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.