Grilled Seafood Boil Skewers
Grilled Seafood Boil Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful way to enjoy summer gatherings. With juicy shrimp, tender scallops, and colorful veggies marinated in zesty Cajun seasoning, these skewers are perfect for any barbecue. The smoky flavors combined with fresh ingredients will impress your guests and leave them craving more. Enjoy them as a delightful appetizer or main course that captures the essence of a classic seafood boil right on a stick!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb dry scallops
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the shrimp and scallops under cold water; pat dry.
- Chop the peppers and zucchini; cut the onion into wedges.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper; toss shrimp and vegetables to coat. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
- Thread seafood and veggies onto skewers in an alternating pattern.
- Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F/200°C). Grill skewers for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through until shrimp is pink and opaque.
- Serve with extra lemon juice squeezed on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 skewers (220g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, substitute shrimp with lobster or include corn on the cob pieces. Soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning while grilling.