Description
These Grilled Shrimp, Zucchini, and Corn Foil Packets are a perfect summer meal cooked on the grill or in the oven. Packed with fresh flavors and easy cleanup, this recipe is a must-try for any outdoor gathering or weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 medium zucchini (sliced into half-moons)
- 2 ears corn (kernels cut off the cob or 1 1/2 cups frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the packets: In a large bowl, combine shrimp, zucchini, corn, bell pepper, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat. Divide mixture among four foil sheets, seal into packets.
- Grill the packets: Cook on the grill for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Serve: Open packets carefully, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- You can also bake the packets in a 400°F oven for 15–20 minutes.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat or serve over rice for a complete meal.
- Use pre-cooked shrimp if grilling for less time to avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
