Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp
Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp brings tender, smoky skewered shrimp coated in a tropical marinade of coconut, lime, cilantro, and jalapeño. The bright citrus and herbal notes balance gentle sweetness and a lively kick of heat, making it ideal for summer gatherings or a vibrant appetizer straight off the grill.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 64 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 3 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 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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- 14
- Heart Health
- 83
- Metabolic
- 35
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine jalapeños, lime zest, lime juice, and garlic in a blender. Add the cilantro, coconut, oil, and soy sauce, then blend until smooth.
- 2
Place the shrimp in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Pour in the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 4
Remove the shrimp from the marinade and gently shake off any excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- 5
Thread the shrimp onto skewers, piercing each shrimp near the head and tail.
- 6
Place the skewers on the preheated grill; cook until nicely browned on all sides and the meat is opaque, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- Calories 356.15 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 28.65 g Good Source 57%
- Carbohydrate 18.79 g 7%
- Total Fat 18.81 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 5.85 g High 29%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 273.29 mg High 91%
- Sodium 987.9 mg High 43%
- Dietary Fiber 4.86 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 1.29 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 150.02 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 1.05 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 125.29 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 23.85 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 27.88 mg Good Source 31%
- 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 🦐
- Soy 🌱
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp is made with 8 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, Jalapeño Pepper, and Lime. Each serving provides about 356.15 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Cilantro, Garlic, Jalapeño Pepper, Lime, Medium Shrimp. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 356.15 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp healthy?
- Spicy Coconut and Lime Grilled Shrimp has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 356.15 calories and 28.65 g of protein, or 57% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 987.9 mg (43% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.85 g (29% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Soy 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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