Description
Pesto Grilled Shrimp is a sensational dish that elevates your dining experience with its succulent shrimp marinated in vibrant basil pesto. Each tender bite bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues or cozy dinners. Quick and easy to prepare, this restaurant-quality meal is sure to impress family and friends. Serve it alongside rice or salad for a delightful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp (16–20 count), peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine shrimp with pesto sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F / 200°C).
- Skewer the marinated shrimp onto wooden or metal skewers.
- Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Remove from the grill and drizzle any remaining pesto on top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg