Grilled Seafood Skewers Summer (Printer-Friendly Version)

Tender shrimp, scallops, and fish grilled with garlic, rosemary, and lemon for a fresh summer dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Seafood

01 - 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
02 - 1 pound scallops
03 - 1 pound firm white fish (such as halibut or swordfish), cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Vegetables

04 - 2 bell peppers, any color, cut into 1-inch pieces
05 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges

→ Marinade

06 - 1 lemon, juiced and zested
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1/4 cup olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Equipment

12 - Wooden or metal skewers

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large bowl, mix lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper until combined.
02 - Add shrimp, scallops, and fish to the marinade. Toss thoroughly to coat and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
03 - Thread shrimp, scallops, fish, bell peppers, and onion onto skewers, alternating ingredients for an attractive presentation.
04 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat. For charcoal grills, wait until briquettes develop a light ash coating.
05 - Cook skewers on the grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side until seafood is opaque and cooked through, avoiding overcooking.
06 - Remove skewers from the grill, allow to rest for one minute, then serve with an optional drizzle of fresh lemon juice.

# Additional Tips:

01 - To prevent sticking, oil the grill grates lightly before cooking.

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