If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and healthy seafood dish, this grilled shrimp with basil lemon sauce is a must-try! Juicy, smoky shrimp are perfectly seasoned and paired with a bright, herby basil sauce, making this the perfect dish for summer grilling, weeknight dinners, or meal prep. Best of all, it comes together in under 20 minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have!
In a small blender, combine basil leaves, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, oregano, and black pepper.
Set aside to let the flavors meld while you prepare the shrimp.
Season the Shrimp
In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with olive oil, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder.
Make sure the shrimp are evenly coated for the best flavor.
Grill the Shrimp
I like to skewer my shrimp but you can skip this step if making it stovetop. If using an outdoor grill, make sure to soak your skewers in water first to prevent them from burning.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and place a little oil.
Place the shrimp on the grill in a single layer.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and slightly charred.
Brush on the basil lemon sauce.
Remove from heat and transfer to a plate.
Serve & Enjoy
Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes! You can also drizzle more basil lemon sauce over the shrimp while warm.
Drizzle more basil lemon sauce over the shrimp while warm.