13 Best Grilled Shrimp Recipes for a Quick High-Protein Meal

Shrimp Tacos with Lime Slaw

A garlicky spice rub adds bold flavor to this grilled shrimp taco recipe, while lime slaw with red cabbage lends a satisfying crunch factor. Top off the tacos with chipotle pepper-spiked sour cream and fresh cilantro, then watch them fly off the plate. "This was excellent," raves one BH&G home cook. "The flavor of the chipotle pepper was a perfect match for this dish."

Paleo Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi Bowls

Savor all the flavor of your favorite bistro's grilled shrimp scampi—minus all of the gluten and a decent chunk of the calories and carbs. We know this sounds too good to be true, but it's possible thanks to the magic of spaghetti squash. As you prepare the grilled garlic shrimp recipe, roast two seasoned spaghetti squash halves on a sheet pan in the oven. Then simply use a fork to make "noodles" (or should we say "squoodles"?) and pile the smoky, tasty protein on top.

Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers

Craving an island escape but not the hefty cost of a flight or hassle of packing a bag? Take your taste buds on a trip, at least, via this easy 30-minute meal. A simple orange marmalade-soy sauce marinade puts a savory-sweet twist on the grilled shrimp kabobs. Grilled pineapple and a side of cilantro rice help complete this perfect summer supper.

Test Kitchen Tip: Soak wooden skewers in enough water to cover for at least 1 hour before using.

Passion Fruit Shrimp and Scallop Skewers

Perk up your table with a stack of grilled shrimp skewers, grilled scallop skewers, and tropical-inspired fruit salad skewers. Passionfruit pulp (look for this in cans or cartons) infuses the seafood with unexpected complexity and welcome sweetness to balance out the crushed red pepper flakes in the mix. Ready after just 25 minutes of hands-on time, this recipe makes a stellar summer supper once you pair the kabobs with cooked rice, quinoa, or flatbread.

Grilled Shrimp Panzanella

A classic Italian salad morphs into a main dish, thanks to the addition of grilled shrimp and grilled summer vegetables. Drizzle the well-balanced, hearty yet healthy grilled shrimp salad with a light vinaigrette, then grab a fork and dive in.

Shrimp Skewers with Aji Verde

Like hot sauce and pesto? Then chances are you'll dig aji verde. Our riff on the zippy, creamy-yet-spicy sauce features peppers, fresh cilantro, fresh parsley, sour cream, and oil, all of which make a delightful dunker for this easy, spicy grilled shrimp recipe.

Grilled Chiles Rellenos with Mango Mojo Shrimp and Corn and Tomato Salad

While you're sizzling up the grilled garlic shrimp for this Mexican main dish, toss a few cheese-stuffed poblanos on the grill, too. Pair all of the above with a grilled corn and tomato salad for a restaurant-quality entrée that will have everyone asking for seconds. With two veggie-focused sides, this chiles rellenos dish is a scrumptious and filling way to stretch four satisfying servings out of just 12 ounces of shrimp.

Tequila Shrimp "Nachos"

Grill shrimp—then combine the seafood with fresh heirloom tomatoes and spicy jalapeños—to nudge these nachos off the beaten path. (And we shouldn't glaze over the fact that this summer grilled shrimp recipe is marinated in tequila and lime prior to going on the grill.) Serve with warm tortilla chips for a dish to kick off your next cookout.

Grilled Drunken Shrimp and Scallop Skewers

Start this quick and easy grilled shrimp recipe by marinating the shrimp and scallops in a zippy tequila-lime mixture. Then all that's left to do is sizzle them to chargrilled perfection. Pair with crunchy jicama-avocado slaw for a delightfully fresh meal.

Shrimp Boil on a Stick

Host a classic shrimp boil without all the prep and mess. The kabob format makes it a breeze to capture major summer flavors, such as sweet corn and tender new potatoes, all in one handheld package.

Test Kitchen Tip: Boil the potatoes for just a few minutes prior to threading on the skewers with the sausage, corn, and seafood to ensure all portions of this summer grilled shrimp recipe cook at the same rate.

Chili-Lime Grilled Tiger Shrimp with Avocado Cocktail Sauce

Take shrimp cocktail south of the border with this easy grilled shrimp recipe. Habanero chili sauce heats up the shrimp portion of this bold snack that will win raves at your next barbecue. A splash of lime juice and our avocado cocktail sauce balance the smoky flavor of the shrimp coating.

Grilled Shrimp Kabobs

You're just six ingredients away from this semi-homemade BBQ grilled shrimp recipe that is one of our go-to warm weather lunches. (And one we turn to in the middle of winter when we're craving those sunny days.) Stack pineapple, shrimp, and two colors of peppers on soaked skewers, brush with your favorite store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce, and grill for just 6 to 10 minutes to finish.

Test Kitchen Tip: Double the kabob portion size per person and serve with a cooked whole grain to push this grilled shrimp recipe into dinner territory.

Grilled Red Pepper Dip with Shrimp

When preparing grilled shrimp, sometimes it pays to leave the tails intact. This is especially true if the seafood will be served as finger food. Here, the tails stand in for mini handles as your guests dunk the shrimp into the zesty Red Pepper Dip (which also tastes incredible with grilled chicken or steak bites).