Greek Grilled Shrimp

This recipie was in the local newspaper last week and it looked so good I had to try it. It's Great! The melding of lemon, oregano, garlic and olive oil can't be beat when applied to shrimp on the BBQ.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2  lbs  cleaned large shrimp
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1  teaspoon  course sea salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 1  tablespoon  grated lemon peel
• 1  tablespoon oregano
• 1  garlic clove

• Dressing

• 3  tablespoons lemon juice
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1⁄3 cup olive oil
• 1  teaspoon dried thyme or 1  teaspoon oregano

Directions

1. Put all ingredients (except the dressing) in a large bowl and marinate for 15 - 20 minutes.
2. Thread shrimp on metal skewers ( or well soaked bamboo) and grill for 5-6 minutes turning often (they will turn red and opaque when done).
3. Serve over rice (or better yet pilaf) with lemon wedges, pitted black olives and cherry tomatoes and drizzle with the dressing.