Description
This vibrant Saucy Lemon Herb Shrimp with Strawberry-Basil Salsa is the ultimate quick dinner idea that feels like summer on a plate. Tender grilled shrimp coated in a tangy lemon-herb sauce meet a sweet and zesty strawberry-basil salsa—making this dish an unforgettable balance of flavor and texture. Perfect for an easy dinner, a healthy snack, or light lunch, it’s naturally gluten-free, customizable, and ready in under 30 minutes. If you’re looking for fast food ideas packed with freshness and flair, this one tops the list!
Ingredients
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp honey
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
2 cups cooked rice or grain of choice
2 lime wedges
Instructions
1. In a bowl, combine the diced strawberries, chopped basil, a pinch of salt, and a drizzle of olive oil. Stir gently and refrigerate while you prepare the shrimp.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, honey, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the shrimp in the marinade and let it sit for 10–15 minutes.
3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little olive oil and cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.
4. Pour the remaining marinade into the pan and simmer for another minute until slightly thickened.
5. Serve a scoop of rice in a bowl, top with shrimp, spoon over strawberry salsa, and garnish with lime wedges and fresh herbs.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and aroma—don’t substitute with dried.
Let the strawberry salsa chill for at least 10 minutes to enhance its flavor.
If using wooden skewers for grilling, soak them in water for 30 minutes first.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled / Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
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