Herb-Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Lemon-Herb Feta

Name: Herb-Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Lemon-Herb Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 (6-inch) wooden skewers; 24 medium shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled and deveined; 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, divided; 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh lemon rind; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; Cooking spray; 1/3 cup (1.3 ounces) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese

Servings: persons

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Soak wooden skewers in water 30 minutes.
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Thread 3 shrimp onto each skewer, and place skewers in an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
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Combine 1 teaspoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons oregano, lemon rind, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; pour over skewers, turning to coat. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes.
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Prepare grill.
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Place skewers on grill rack coated with cooking spray, and grill 5 to 6 minutes or until done, turning skewers occasionally.
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Combine remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and feta cheese; toss gently.
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Remove shrimp from grill, and place 2 skewers on each of 4 plates. Top evenly with lemon-herb feta.
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596

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

119

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 (6-inch) wooden skewers, 24 medium shrimp (about 1 pound), peeled and deveined, 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano, divided, and more.

Yes, Herb-Grilled Shrimp Skewers With Lemon-Herb Feta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!