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shrimp

🥗Healthier: scallops

💰Cheaper: pollock

Scallops are leaner, while pollock is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

chili powder

🥗Healthier: cayenne pepper

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Cayenne is spicier, while red pepper flakes are more accessible.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Add shrimp to the marinade and toss until evenly coated.

Let the shrimp marinate for 15-30 minutes.

Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers.

Place the skewers on the preheated grill.

Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are opaque and slightly charred.

Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.

Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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