Grilled Shrimp Dinner Recipe
Grilled shrimp is perfectly seasoned and over the top good. Served with two sides.
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Ingredients
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Shrimp
Sides
Method
Shrimp Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Shrimp
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
- 2
Add Shrimp
Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the marinade. Toss to coat all the shrimp evenly. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking the Shrimp
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
Grill the Shrimp
Once the grill is hot, thread the shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand). Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Remove from the grill and set aside.
Sides Preparation
- 5
Cook the Quinoa
In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- 6
Sauté the Vegetables
While the quinoa is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the trimmed asparagus and halved cherry tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
Plating
- 7
Serve the Dish
On each plate, serve a portion of quinoa, a helping of sautéed asparagus and cherry tomatoes, and top with grilled shrimp. Enjoy your delicious grilled shrimp dinner!