Grilled shrimp

Grilled shrimp is a popular seafood dish where shrimp are seasoned and cooked over direct heat, often on skewers. It typically features ingredients like shrimp, garlic, lemon, herbs, and oil, and is enjoyed worldwide from Mediterranean coasts to Asian street food stalls.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Grilled shrimp is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it a lean choice. It provides key nutrients like selenium, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids, with a rough calorie count of about 100-150 per serving, depending on preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	99 kcal
Protein	20.9 g
Carbs	0.2 g
Fat	1.7 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	300 mg
Selenium	40 µg
Vitamin B12	1.1 µg
Phosphorus	210 mg
Zinc	1.6 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.8 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	300 mg

Per 100 g (about 3-4 medium shrimp) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, grilled shrimp is a staple in many coastal cuisines, symbolizing simplicity and freshness. Nutritionally, it's unique for being a low-calorie, high-protein food that supports muscle health without the heavy fats found in some other grilled meats.