Amazing Grilled Shrimp Skewers with Rice & Veggies
These grilled shrimp skewers are packed with garlic and Cajun flavor, served with fluffy rice and sautéed vegetables for a balanced, healthy, and satisfying meal. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Equipment
- grill or grill pan
- mixing bowl
- skewers
- saucepan
- skillet
Ingredients
- 500 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- skewers (soaked if wooden)
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 150 g mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tbsp butter or olive oil
- lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine shrimp with olive oil, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Toss until shrimp are evenly coated, then thread onto skewers.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and place shrimp skewers on the grill.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and slightly charred, then remove from heat.
- Rinse rice under cold water, then combine with water and salt in a saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until tender.
- Heat butter or oil in a skillet and cook mushrooms until softened.
- Add asparagus and sauté for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Plate rice, add shrimp skewers and vegetables, then garnish with lime wedges and serve.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Avoid overcooking shrimp to keep them juicy. You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu, and swap rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for variation.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg
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