Grilled Oregano Shrimp

Succulent shrimp skewers marinated with olive oil and dried oregano, grilled to perfection with sweet red onions. A delicious Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect for summer grilling.

4 servings
26 min

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano, crumbled
  • 1 whole small red onion
  • 24 pieces peeled and deveined large shrimp
  • 4 pieces long metal skewers
  • 1 serving Orzo with Feta
  • 2 whole Tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Dill

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Stir together oil, oregano, and 3/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a bowl.

    2 min

  3. 3.

    Cut onion lengthwise into 3/4-inch wedges and separate layers. Toss shrimp and onion with oil mixture, then thread 6 shrimp onto each skewer, alternating with single layers of onion.

    10 min

  4. 4.

    Grill shrimp, covered only if using a gas grill, turning once, until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes total.

    4 min

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