Grilled Shrimp with Charmoula

Fire up the grill and tantalize your taste buds with this vibrant recipe for Grilled Shrimp with Charmoula. Bursting with bold North African flavors, this dish features juicy, smoky shrimp marinated in a zesty charmoula sauce made from fresh cilantro, parsley, and garlic, spiced with ground cumin, sweet paprika, and a touch of red pepper flakes for optional heat. The marinade is elevated with a generous splash of lemon juice and olive oil, creating the perfect balance of bright and earthy notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue. Serve with a drizzle of reserved charmoula and a squeeze of fresh lemon for an irresistible pop of flavor. Whether paired with salads, grains, or crusty bread, this grilled shrimp recipe is a showstopping centerpiece guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:28 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 whole Lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor or blender, combine the cilantro, parsley, garlic, ground cumin, sweet paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using) until finely chopped.

Step 2

Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the mixture, and blend until you achieve a smooth consistency. This is your charmoula sauce.

Step 3

Reserve 2 tablespoons of the charmoula sauce for serving, and pour the rest into a large bowl.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the bowl with the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Let the shrimp marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

Step 5

While the shrimp marinates, preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Thread the shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes beforehand to avoid burning).

Step 7

Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and cooked through, with a light char on the outside.

Step 8

Remove the shrimp from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle with the reserved charmoula sauce.

Step 9

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1070.6 grams (1070.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1109

Total Fat 66.10g	85%
Saturated Fat 10.10g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 886mg	295%
Sodium 3371mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 33.60g	12%
Dietary Fiber 14.30g	51%
Total Sugars 9.30g
Protein 119.30g	239%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 737mg	57%
Iron 23mg	128%
Potassium 3590mg	76%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.3%

Protein: 39.6%

Carbs: 11.1%