Chimichurri Shrimp
Chimichurri Shrimp brings bright, herb-forward flavor with a garlicky kick and gentle heat from red pepper flakes. Juicy grilled shrimp are tossed with a fresh parsley-oregano sauce balanced by olive oil and red wine vinegar for a lively, tangy finish. Perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings, it shines as an appetizer or a main over rice, salads, or grilled vegetables.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chimichurri Shrimp, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 52 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 6
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 30
- General Wellness
- 1
For the chimichurri, place the parsley, garlic, shallot, oregano, red pepper, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl and stir thoroughly to combine; let it sit for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour so the flavors develop.
- 2
To marinate the shrimp, place the peeled shrimp in a large bowl, add olive oil, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and mix well to coat the shrimp; cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- 3
Heat a griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat; when hot, arrange the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 3 minutes per side, working in batches if needed.
- 4
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a bowl, spoon a generous amount of chimichurri sauce over them, and toss to coat the shrimp.
- Calories 359.97 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 16.94 g Good Source 34%
- Carbohydrate 12.57 g 5%
- Total Fat 29.11 g High 37%
- Saturated Fat 4.99 g High 25%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 246.56 mg High 82%
- Sodium 905.16 mg High 39%
- Dietary Fiber 1.31 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 4.11 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 165.2 mg Moderate 13%
- Iron 1.35 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 160.62 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 110.85 mcg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin C 13.47 mg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Chimichurri Shrimp is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Fresh Oregano, Fresh Parsley, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 359.97 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chimichurri Shrimp made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Fresh Oregano, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, Garlic Powder. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chimichurri Shrimp?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 359.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chimichurri Shrimp easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 13 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Chimichurri Shrimp healthy?
- Chimichurri Shrimp has an easyChef Pro health score of 35/100. Per serving, it provides 359.97 calories and 16.94 g of protein, or 34% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 905.16 mg (39% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.99 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Sulfites, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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