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Pesto Grilled Shrimp

Pesto Grilled Shrimp

Deliciously grilled shrimp marinated in basil pesto, perfect for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 plates
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • grill
  • skewers
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Shrimp

  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or thawed frozen shrimp
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For grilling
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

For the Pesto

  • ½ cup Basil Pesto Or sun-dried tomato pesto

Optional Additions

  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Preheat the grill to medium heat (around 350°F). Clean and oil the grill grates.
  • Marinate shrimp with basil pesto in a bowl for about 10 minutes.
  • Skewer the shrimp, leaving space between each for even cooking.
  • Grill shrimp for 3-4 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
  • Serve immediately, optionally with a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg
Keyword grilled shrimp, pesto, Quick Meal, seafood, shrimp
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