Grilled Pesto Shrimp Skewers
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Grilled Pesto Shrimp Skewers
Description
The recipe starts by blending fresh basil leaves with garlic, grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, kosher salt, and black pepper, slowly incorporating olive oil to create a smooth pesto. Raw peeled and deveined jumbo shrimp are then coated with the pesto and marinated for several hours to absorb the flavors.
Wooden skewers are soaked in water to prevent burning during grilling, then shrimp are threaded onto seven skewers. The grill is preheated to medium-low and lightly oiled to prevent sticking. Shrimp cook approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side until pink and opaque, developing a slight char that adds depth without drying them out.
The flavor profile balances bright herbal notes from the basil pesto with the shrimp's sweetness and a hint of garlic and cheese. The grilling method gives the shrimp a slightly smoky finish and juicy texture, making these skewers a straightforward yet flavorful dish for outdoor cookouts or quick dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 cup basil chopped, fresh leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese grated
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 lbs Shrimp peeled and deveined (weight after peeled, jumbo
- kosher salt fresh, to taste
- black pepper fresh, to taste
- 7 wooden skewers
Instructions
- In a food processor pulse basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Slowly add the olive oil while pulsing.
- Combine raw shrimp with pesto and marinate a few hours in a bowl.
- Soak wooden skewers in water at least 20 minutes (or use metal ones to avoid this step). Thread shrimp onto 7 skewers.
- Heat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan over medium-low heat until hot. Be sure the grates are clean and spray lightly with oil.
- Place the shrimp on the hot grill and cook until shrimp turns pink on the bottom, about 3-4 minutes; turn and continue cooking until shrimp is opaque and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 7servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1skewer | |
| Calories | 180kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.5g | 0% |
| Protein | 25.5g | 51% |
| Fat | 8.5g | 13% |
| Sodium | 292mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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