 1|---
 2|author: GLP Spot Editorial Team
 3|title: 'Shrimp Skewers (Quick, 25g Protein)'
 4|excerpt: >-
 5|  Shrimp cooks in minutes, is protein-dense, and lighter than beef/steak.
 6|  Perfect for quick high-protein meals.
 7|meta_description: >-
 8|  Shrimp cooks in minutes, is protein-dense, and lighter than beef. Perfect for
 9|  quick high-protein GLP-1 meals when appetite is small and cooking energy is
10|  low.
11|date: '2026-02-26'
12|dateModified: '2026-04-04'
13|category: Recipes
14|readTime: 6 min read
15|type: recipe
16|servings: 2 skewers (or 1 meal)
17|prepTime: 10 min + cook time 10 min
18|protein: 25g per serving (2 skewers)
19|calories: 250 per serving
20|related:
21|  - high-protein-recipes
22|  - baked-salmon
23|  - glp-1-nutrition-guide
24|  - foods-to-avoid-glp1
25|primary_keyword: shrimp skewers
26|faq: []
27|---
28|
29|> [!TIP] Buy pre-peeled deveined shrimp
30|- Saves 15+ minutes of prep work
31|- Worth the slight price premium
32|- Make cooking easier = more likely to cook
33|
34|## Why This Works
35|
36|## Recommended Products
37|
38|For this recipe, these products help:
39|
40|- **Protein powder** — Essential for hitting protein goals. [Whey protein powder](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Whey+protein+powder&tag=glpspot-20) is versatile and mixes well.
41|
42|- **Meal prep containers** — For storing portions. [Glass meal prep containers](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Glass+meal+prep+containers&tag=glpspot-20) are durable and microwave-safe.
43|
44|- **Water bottle** — Stay hydrated. A [large water bottle](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=large+water+bottle&tag=glpspot-20) helps you track intake.
45|
46|*GLPSpot may earn from qualifying purchases.*
47|
48|
49|**Shrimp advantages:**
50|- **Fast cooking:** 2-3 minutes per side (quickest protein to make)
51|- **Low calorie:** High protein with minimal calories (120-130 cal per 6 oz)
52|- **High protein:** 6 oz cooked shrimp = ~25g protein
53|- **Light:** Easier on stomach if appetite is low
54|- **Versatile:** Grill, pan-fry, bake, or boil
55|
56|**GLP-1 perfect:**
57|- Quick = less time standing in kitchen
58|- 25g protein = legitimate meal size
59|- Low calorie = doesn't overwhelm smaller appetite
60|
61|## Base Recipe
62|
63|## Recommended Products
64|
65|For this recipe, these products help:
66|
67|- **Protein powder** — Essential for hitting protein goals. [Whey protein powder](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Whey+protein+powder&tag=glpspot-20) is versatile and mixes well.
68|
69|- **Meal prep containers** — For storing portions. [Glass meal prep containers](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Glass+meal+prep+containers&tag=glpspot-20) are durable and microwave-safe.
70|
71|- **Water bottle** — Stay hydrated. A [large water bottle](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=large+water+bottle&tag=glpspot-20) helps you track intake.
72|
73|*GLPSpot may earn from qualifying purchases.*
74|
75|
76|**Ingredients (for 2 servings/skewers):**
77|- 12-15 large shrimp (peeled, deveined, ~1 lb total)
78|- 1 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
79|- 1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
80|- 2 cloves garlic, minced
81|- 1 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or cilantro)
82|- Salt + pepper to taste
83|- Optional: Skewers (if grilling) - wooden, soaked 10 min first
84|
85|**Directions:**
86|1. Thread shrimp onto skewers (3-4 per skewer).
87|2. Mix olive oil + lemon juice + garlic + herbs + salt + pepper.
88|3. Brush mixture over skewers.
89|4. **Grill** (preferred): Medium-high heat, 2-3 min per side.
90|5. **Pan-fry:** Hot skillet, 2-3 min per side.
91|6. **Oven bake:** 425°F for 8-10 min.
92|7. Done when shrimp turn pink/opaque (don't overcook - rubbery).
93|
94|## Flavor Variations
95|
96|## Recommended Products
97|
98|For this recipe, these products help:
99|
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