Grilled Prawn Skewers with Zucchini
Prep time | 15 minutes
Cook time | 6-8 minutes
Category
Difficulty
Serves
Main dish
easy
2
Ingredients
- 400g raw prawns, peeled and deveined 2 medium zucchini 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp dried oregano ½ tsp chilli flakes, optional Zest and juice of ½ lemon ½ tsp sea salt ¼ tsp black pepper 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped Lemon wedges, to serve
01
Prepare skewers
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 20 minutes.
Combine prawns, olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, oregano, chilli, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
Toss well and allow to marinate for around 10 minutes.
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02
Make skewers and prepare Zucchini
Slice the zucchini into thick rounds or long strips.
Thread prawns and zucchini onto skewers.
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03
Throw the skewers on the Barbie!
Heat a grill or BBQ to medium-high heat.
Cook skewers for approximately 2–3 minutes per side, until the prawns are opaque and cooked through.
04
Final touches and serving
Finish with lemon juice and fresh parsley.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
The Trick
Don't overcook the prawns. As soon as they're opaque and firm, take them off the heat.
Approx. nutrition per serve:
350–400 calories | 45–50g protein | 18–22g fat | 7–9g net carbs
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