Grilled Shrimp with Cilantro Garlic Butter
- Gluten-Free
- Dairy-Free
- Paleo
- Low Carb
- Keto
- Whole30
- Low Calorie
- Pescatarian
Fresh ingredients are what really makes this recipe shine. The fresh flavors and that grilled taste will have you dreaming of the beach in no time. And there’s something about the combination of cilantro, garlic, and lime that I just love.
With a quick marinade, this dish can be ready in about 30 minutes. It is perfect as a simple, yet impressive appetizer or just as an entrée for a weeknight meal!
Join My Community!
Want to get my new recipes delivered straight to your inbox?
Sign up for my weekly newsletter and never miss a new recipe!
Grilled Shrimp with Cilantro Garlic Butter
- Gluten-Free
- Dairy-Free
- Paleo
- Low Carb
- Keto
- Whole30
- Low Calorie
- Pescatarian
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled (leave tails on for presentation, if desired)
- 3 Tbsp avocado oil
- 2 limes juiced (~4.5 Tbsp lime juice)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 2 Tbsp butter or ghee melted
- 1 Tbsp finely chopped cilantro
- 4 cloves of garlic pressed or minced
- lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Soak bamboo skewers for a few hours so they don't burn on the grill.
- De-vein shrimp if desired.
- Skewer shrimp onto skewers and place in a shallow pan.
- Mix together avocado oil, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl, then pour the mixture over the shrimp.
- Let the shrimp marinate for 20-30 minutes at room temperature.
- Mix butter, cilantro, and garlic together in a small bowl.
- Grill the shrimp skewers over medium/high heat for 2 minutes per side (until they turn pink).
- Remove the shrimp skewers to a plate and immediately brush with the butter mixture using a pastry brush.
- Serve immediately.
Did you love the recipe? I would love it if you left me a 5-star review below! 
Did you make this recipe?
Tag @itskitskitchen on Instagram and hashtag it #kitskitchen
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
xx Kit
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links (Amazon Associate). These links do not cost you anything, but I do receive a commission when you use them. They are a great way to support blogs you love and pick up some good things while doing it!
