Grilled Lobster and Shrimp
This grilled lobster and shrimp recipe is a delightful seafood dish that captures the essence of summer. It’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it perfect for outdoor gatherings. The combination of fresh ingredients and grilling brings out the best in these succulent seafood options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lobster tails
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the lobster tails and shrimp generously with the olive oil mixture.
- Place lobster tails on the grill, shell side down. Grill for 5-7 minutes until the shells are bright red and the meat is opaque.
- Add shrimp to the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until pink and cooked through.
- During the last minute of grilling, brush lobster tails and shrimp with melted butter for added flavor.
- Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 260mg