Description
Grilled Jerk Shrimp and Pineapple Skewers deliver a taste of the tropics right in your backyard. These juicy shrimp, marinated in spicy jerk seasoning and paired with sweet, caramelized pineapple, create a delightful balance that’s perfect for summer barbecues or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these skewers are sure to impress your guests and elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine shrimp, jerk seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice. Toss to coat and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cut the fresh pineapple into bite-sized chunks.
- Thread shrimp and pineapple onto skewers alternately.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil grill grates.
- Grill skewers for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
- Remove from grill and serve immediately with an extra squeeze of lime juice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (about 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 180mg