Grilled Shrimp with Pineapple Mango Salsa

Ingredients

For the Shrimp:

1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

2 tbsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

Juice of 1 lime

1 tsp chili powder (optional, for a kick)

Salt and black pepper to taste

Skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes)

For the Pineapple Mango Salsa:

1 cup fresh pineapple, diced

1 ripe mango, diced

½ red bell pepper, finely chopped

¼ cup red onion, finely chopped

1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional, for heat)

Juice of 1 lime

2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Marinate the Shrimp:

In a bowl, combine shrimp, olive oil, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

Let marinate for at least 15–30 minutes (can be up to 1 hour in the fridge).

2. Prepare the Salsa:

In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple, mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño (if using), lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt.

Mix well and let sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld. You can chill this while grilling the shrimp.

3. Grill the Shrimp:

Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Thread shrimp onto skewers.

Grill shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, or until pink and opaque.

4. Serve:

Plate grilled shrimp and top with generous spoonfuls of pineapple mango salsa.