Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers
Grilled shrimp skewers with colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. A high-protein, low-calorie dinner ready in 20 minutes.
Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers has 250 calories per serving, with 28g protein, 12g carbs, 8g fat, and 3g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 10 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
250
Calories
28g
Protein
56% DV
12g
Carbs
4% DV
8g
Fat
10% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 250 calories per serving.
🔥 11.2g protein per 100 cal.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$6.00
Why You’ll Love These Shrimp Skewers
Shrimp is one of the lowest-calorie protein sources available — at just 99 calories per 100g, you get a massive 24g of protein. These grilled shrimp skewers are not only delicious but also incredibly light at just 250 calories per serving. Perfect for anyone tracking calories closely.
Ingredients
- 150g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ bell pepper, cut into chunks
- ½ cup zucchini, sliced thick
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice from ½ lemon
- Salt, pepper, and paprika
Instructions
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Marinate shrimp in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and spices for 10 minutes.
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Thread shrimp and vegetables onto skewers, alternating.
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Grill or broil for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turns pink.
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Serve with extra lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 28g |
| Carbs | 12g |
| Fat | 8g |
| Fiber | 3g |
Tips
- No grill? Use a grill pan or broiler in the oven.
- Add quinoa: Serve over ½ cup quinoa for a complete meal (+110 cal).
- Meal prep: Marinate shrimp the night before for quick cooking.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
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