Grilled Watermelon Skewers with Shrimp
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
177 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Watermelon Skewers with Shrimp
Description
The recipe starts by marinating peeled shrimp in a mixture of Italian dressing, fresh lime juice, and coarse salt to develop a bright, savory flavor. Zucchini slices and watermelon cubes are threaded alternating with the shrimp onto skewers. This combination offers a mix of textures: firm shrimp, crisp zucchini, and juicy watermelon.
Cooking over medium-high indirect grill heat allows the shrimp to cook through evenly while slightly softening the vegetables and caramelizing the watermelon edges without burning. The shrimp are cooked until pink and curled, indicating doneness.
After grilling, the skewers are finished with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil to add acidity and richness. A final spritz of lime juice enhances the fresh flavors. This dish suits outdoor meals, appetizers, or light summer fare that pairs sweet fruit with savory grilled protein and vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Shrimp peeled, tail on optional, medium-large, raw
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt coarse
- 2 large zucchini , cut into 1 inch thick slices
- 2 cups watermelon cubed
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze homemade
- extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
- lime for spritzing, wedges
Instructions
- In a large airtight plastic bag, combine the peeled shrimp, Italian dressing, lime juice and salt. Chill for 30-45 minutes. Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers, if using them.
- Thread the marinated shrimp, cubed watermelon and zucchini onto the prepared skewers.
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Prep with cooking spray or rub grates with vegetable oil.
- Grill on indirect heat for 10-15 minutes. This will depend on the size of shrimp you are using. Wait for them to be pink and start to curl.
- Remove the skewers from the heat and drizzle them with balsamic reduction sauce, extra virgin olive oil and spritz with fresh lime juice.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 177kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 285mg | 95% |
| Sodium | 899mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 615mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 755IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 39.7mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 200mg | 20% |
| Iron | 3.3mg | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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