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Greek-Style Grilled Shrimp Skewers Recipe Easy 5-Step Lemon Tzatziki

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This Greek-style grilled shrimp skewers recipe features garlicky, herby shrimp paired with a creamy, tangy lemon tzatziki sauce. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for summer BBQs or casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (wild-caught if possible)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for marinade)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 small cucumber, peeled and grated (squeeze out excess water)
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for tzatziki)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water 30 minutes before use)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the shrimp to help the marinade cling better (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well mixed (about 3 minutes).
  3. Toss the shrimp in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for 15 to 20 minutes. Do not marinate longer to avoid mushy shrimp.
  4. Prepare the lemon tzatziki by grating and squeezing excess water from the cucumber. In a bowl, combine cucumber, Greek yogurt, dill, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix gently and chill until ready to serve (about 10 minutes).
  5. Thread shrimp onto soaked wooden or metal skewers. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side until opaque with grill marks, about 6 minutes total. Serve immediately with lemon tzatziki.

Notes

Do not over-marinate shrimp to avoid mushy texture. Preheat and oil grill grates to prevent sticking. Soak wooden skewers before grilling to prevent burning. Watch shrimp closely as they cook quickly and can become rubbery if overcooked. Lemon tzatziki tastes better if made ahead and chilled overnight.

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