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Basil Lime Shrimp Skewers

BASIL LIME SHRIMP SKEWERS are the perfect easy appetizer for the holidays!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
18 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 490 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Others

Ingredients

  • 40 small shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 8 Wooden skewers soaked in water for at least 15 minutes
  • 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
  • juice from 1/2 a lime
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup pine nuts
  • ⅔ cup olive oil
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

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  1. Place the basil, lime juice, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and parmesan cheese in a strong blender or food processor. Pulse until full combined. Set aside.
  2. Place 5 shrimp on each skewer.
  3. Brush each side of the shrimp on each skewer with the pesto.
  4. Grill each side for approximately 4 minutes, brushing with more pesto as you flip. If the shrimp aren't fully cooked (they will get smaller and become pink/white), cook for an additional 2 minutes on each side.
  5. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 490kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 18g (36%) Fat 45g (69%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 159mg (53%) Sodium 1249mg (52%) Potassium 145mg (4%) Vitamin A 730IU (15%) Vitamin C 5.1mg (6%) Calcium 259mg (26%) Iron 2.5mg (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 490

% Daily Value*

Calories 490kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 18g 36%
Fat 45g 69%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 159mg 53%
Sodium 1249mg 52%
Potassium 145mg 3%
Vitamin A 730IU 15%
Vitamin C 5.1mg 6%
Calcium 259mg 26%
Iron 2.5mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.