Charred Pesto Shrimp Recipe

Name: Charred Pesto Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/4 cup fennel fronds (optional); 1/4 cup fresh chives; 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 24 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (see Notes)

Servings: persons

1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup fennel fronds (optional)
1/4 cup fresh chives
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
24 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined (see Notes)

1
Roughly chop the basil leaves and place in a blender or a food processor.
2
Add the tarragon, cilantro.
3
fennel fronds.
4
chives.
5
parsley, lemon zest, oil, salt, and pepper.
6
Process until smooth.
7
You should have about 1 cup of pesto; it will have a somewhat loose, saucelike consistency.
8
Place half the pesto in a large bowl, add the shrimp.
9
and toss to coat thoroughly.
10
Prepare a medium-hot grill.
11
Grill the shrimp for 2 minutes; using tongs, turn and grill the other side for 2 more minutes.
12
Transfer the cooked shrimp to a platter and drizzle with the remaining pesto.
13
Serve warm or at room temperature skewered with toothpicks for easy handling.

1015

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

147

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves, 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup fennel fronds (optional), and more.

Yes, Charred Pesto Shrimp falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Charred Pesto Shrimp

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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