Description
Spicy Garlic Parmesan Grilled Shrimp with Lemon-Herb Aioli is a delicious seafood dish featuring succulent shrimp marinated in a flavorful blend of garlic, Parmesan, and spices, then grilled to perfection. Served with a zesty lemon-herb aioli, this dish is perfect for summer grilling or as an impressive appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on or off)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Lemon-Herb Aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Shrimp: In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper. Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Shrimp: Thread shrimp onto skewers if using. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred.
- Prepare the Aioli: Whisk together all lemon-herb aioli ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning.
- Serve: Serve grilled shrimp hot with aioli on the side or drizzled on top. Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute the grill for a stovetop grill pan or broiler.
- For a lighter option, swap mayo in the aioli with Greek yogurt.
- Great served over salad, rice, or alongside roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
