Grilled Shrimp Scampi
Grilled shrimp marinated in lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, parsley, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, giving them a bright, garlicky flavor with gentle heat. Serve these shrimp as an appetizer or alongside other dishes for a main course, especially at a casual gathering or summer meal.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook6 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Shrimp Scampi, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 14 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 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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- 45
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
In a large nonreactive bowl, stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, and black pepper. Season with crushed red pepper, if desired. Add the shrimp and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- 2
Preheat the grill for high heat. Thread the shrimp onto skewers, piercing each shrimp once near the tail and once near the head. Discard any remaining marinade.
- 3
Lightly oil grill grate. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque.
- Calories 176.6 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 22.91 g Good Source 46%
- Carbohydrate 1.48 g 1%
- Total Fat 9.1 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 1.35 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 182.67 mg High 61%
- Sodium 139.58 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.11 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 0.16 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 80.81 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 0.74 mg Low Source 4%
- Potassium 323.02 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 11.81 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 3.67 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Grilled Shrimp Scampi is made with 9 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 36 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 176.6 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Shrimp Scampi made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Medium Shrimp. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Shrimp Scampi?
- About 36 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 6 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 176.6 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Shrimp Scampi easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Grilled Shrimp Scampi healthy?
- Grilled Shrimp Scampi has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 176.6 calories and 22.91 g of protein, or 46% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 139.58 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.35 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish and Garlic, 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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