Learn all about grilling shishito peppers with this super easy, healthy recipe for Grilled Shishito Peppers with Lemon and Cilantro.

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Place clean, whole shishito peppers in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, and smoked paprika.
Drizzle the marinade over the peppers and toss together with tongs.
Refrigerate for about 1 hour prior to grilling.
Heat grill on medium-high setting and place shishito peppers on a grilling basket or grilling platter (the small peppers fall through the grill grates easily).
Grill for about 8 minutes, turning frequently until browned on all sides.
Sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro and serve immediately!

May also roast shishito peppers in a baking sheet on the top shelf of a hot oven (400 F) for about 10-15 minutes, until browned.

Try serving this recipe with a dipping sauce for shishito peppers, such as, Tahini Ginger Dressing, Hummus with Green Peas, Tomato Pesto Hummus