Grilled Watermelon and Shrimp Skewers

Name: Grilled Watermelon and Shrimp Skewers
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 1 h 3 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Fresh Jumbo Shrimp; 1/3 cup olive oil + 1 tbsp; 2 limes; 2 tbsp fresh mint; 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes; 2 cloves garlic; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/2 small watermelon; 1/4 cup mint leaves

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Prep Time
1 hr
Cook Time
mins
Total Time
1 hr 3 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
457 kcal
Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Cuisine
American

Grilled Watermelon and Shrimp Skewers

Sarah Armstrong

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These easy to make Grilled Watermelon and Shrimp Skewers are quick on the grill and on the plate in minutes. The grilled watermelon rocks! Adapted from Sunset magazine's August 2016 issue recipe by Romney Steele.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 lb Fresh Jumbo Shrimp See Note 1
1/3 cup olive oil + 1 tbsp
2 limes See Note 2
2 tbsp fresh mint chopped
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 small watermelon See Note 3
1/4 cup mint leaves torn for garnish

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Instructions

In a small bowl whisk together the 1/3 cup oil, lime zest and juice, chopped mint, thyme, red pepper flakes, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour half of marinade over shrimp in another small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Set remaining marinade aside.
Peel and cube watermelon into 1 inch cubes.
Heat the grill to very high, about 550°F
Thread the watermelon onto skewers and brush the watermelon with remaining one tablespoon of oil. Thread the shrimp onto skewers being sure to pierce through top and bottom to form a C This will secure the shrimp so they lay flat.
Grill watermelon on one side for 1-2 minutes to form grill marks. Remove from grill and set on serving tray. Grill shrimp for 1 minute, turning once and baste with some of the marinade and cook for another minute. Set on serving tray with watermelon and drizzle remaining marinade over all. Serve with torn mint leaves.

Notes

Fresh jumbo shrimp need to be rinsed, peeled and deveined. If using frozen, thaw first before marinating.2. Two limes juiced came to 3 tablespoons juice needed. Zest one lime and use.3. 1/2 a small seedless watermelon cubed was about 2 pounds.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 457kcal (23%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 285mg (95%) Sodium 1183mg (49%) Potassium 770mg (22%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 35g (70%) Vitamin A 3445IU (69%) Vitamin C 61.9mg (69%) Calcium 224mg (22%) Iron 4.2mg (23%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 457 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	457kcal	23%
Carbohydrates	47g	16%
Protein	27g	54%
Fat	20g	31%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Cholesterol	285mg	95%
Sodium	1183mg	49%
Potassium	770mg	16%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	35g	70%
Vitamin A	3445IU	69%
Vitamin C	61.9mg	69%
Calcium	224mg	22%
Iron	4.2mg	23%