Pesto Shrimp Skewers

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    33 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    140 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer, Dinner

  • Cuisine

    American

Pesto Shrimp Skewers

Pesto Shrimp Skewers are a quick and delicious dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Plus, you only need a couple ingredients and less than 30 minutes to make them!

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Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup pesto (homemade pesto recipes in the notes below)
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak for 30 minutes)
  • lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
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Instructions

  1. Place the pesto, shrimp and salt in a bowl. Stir to coat the shrimp evenly, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. While the shrimp marinate, preheat the oven broiler.
  3. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers. (If you're using wooden skewers, see note below)
  4. Place the skewers on a cookie sheet and cook under the broiler for just 3 minutes. There’s no need to turn them.

Notes

  • Don’t Skip the Soak: If you’re using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes beforehand or cover the exposed ends with aluminum foil. This prevents them from catching fire under the broiler. Alternatively, you can skip the skewers entirely and just broil on a sheet pan.
  • Don’t Skip the Soak: If you’re using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes beforehand or cover the exposed ends with aluminum foil. This prevents them from catching fire under the broiler. Alternatively, you can skip the skewers entirely and just broil on a sheet pan.
  • Serve Immediately: These skewers are best enjoyed hot off the broiler, so serve them right away for the best texture and flavor. I like to serve these as the main entree, or toss them with this lemon shrimp pasta! 
  • Serve Immediately: These skewers are best enjoyed hot off the broiler, so serve them right away for the best texture and flavor. I like to serve these as the main entree, or toss them with this lemon shrimp pasta! 
  • Save Time with Frozen Shrimp: Using frozen shrimp can save you time (and money!). Thaw and pat dry before tossing with the pesto.  Homemade Pesto Recipes: Basil Pesto Recipe, Kale Pesto, Hemp Seed Pesto
  • Save Time with Frozen Shrimp: Using frozen shrimp can save you time (and money!). Thaw and pat dry before tossing with the pesto. 
  • Homemade Pesto Recipes: Basil Pesto Recipe, Kale Pesto, Hemp Seed Pesto

Nutrition Information

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Calories 140kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 16g (32%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 144mg (48%) Sodium 787mg (33%) Potassium 128mg (4%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 0.5g (1%) Vitamin A 517IU (10%) Calcium 86mg (9%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 140 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 140kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 16g 32%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 144mg 48%
Sodium 787mg 33%
Potassium 128mg 3%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 0.5g 1%
Vitamin A 517IU 10%
Calcium 86mg 9%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

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

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