Description
Juicy jumbo shrimp marinated in a vibrant herb pesto of fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, and parmesan, grilled to perfection. A high-protein, low-carb Mediterranean-inspired dish ready in 36 minutes.
Ingredients
Fresh basil – 1/2 cup packed
Garlic – 1 small clove, fresh minced
Pine nuts – 1 tablespoon
Parmigiano Reggiano – 1/4 cup, freshly grated
Extra virgin olive oil – 1/4 cup
Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
Salt – 1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper – 1/4 teaspoon
Jumbo shrimp – 480g (24/25 count), peeled and deveined
Instructions
Combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth
Thread shrimp onto metal skewers, brush both sides with pesto, and let marinate 30 minutes
Preheat grill to high heat. Grill skewers 2-3 minutes per side or until pink and charred
Serve immediately with lemon wedges
Notes
Substitute spinach for basil and sunflower seeds for pine nuts
Use vegan parmesan for dairy-free option
Metal skewers required for even cooking
Marinate no longer than 30 minutes to prevent shrimp from becoming mushy
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 6
- Category: Healthy Quick Meals | Easy Clean Eating Recipes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (6 shrimp)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 150mg