Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp marinated in lemon, garlic, and parsley for 30 minutes, then grilled. Can be used as an appetizer or main dish. This recipe also works well with scallops.

• Ready In: 36 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice
• 3  tablespoons  chopped fresh parsley
• 1  tablespoon  minced garlic
• 1  dash ground black pepper, to taste
• 1  dash crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 1⁄2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

Directions

1. In a large, non-reactive bowl, stir together the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, garlic, and black pepper. Season with crushed red pepper, if desired. Add shrimp, and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
2. Preheat grill for high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head.
3. Discard any remaining marinade.
4. Lightly oil grill grate. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque.