Grilled Watermelon And Shrimp Skewers Recipe

Name: Grilled Watermelon And Shrimp Skewers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup plus 1 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; Zest of 1 lime; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, plus 1/4 cup mint leaves, torn; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves; 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. red chile flakes; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 pound jumbo peeled and deveined shrimp (21 to 26 per lb.), thawed if frozen; 1/2 small seedless watermelon (about 2 lbs.)

Servings: persons

1/3 cup plus 1 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
Zest of 1 lime
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, plus 1/4 cup mint leaves, torn
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/4 to 1/2 tsp. red chile flakes
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound jumbo peeled and deveined shrimp (21 to 26 per lb.), thawed if frozen
1/2 small seedless watermelon (about 2 lbs.)

1
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup oil, the lime zest and juice, chopped mint, thyme, chile flakes, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour half into a small bowl and set aside.
2
Add shrimp to remaining marinade mixture in medium bowl and chill, covered, about 1 hour.
3
Meanwhile, cut peel from watermelon, then cut fruit into chunks about 3/4 in. by 1 in. Heat a grill to very high (550u00b0 to 650u00b0).
4
Thread watermelon onto six to nine skewers (8 to 12 in. long) so pieces lie flat. Brush on both sides with remaining 1 1/2 tbsp. oil. Thread shrimp onto six to nine more skewers, piercing each through its top and bottom to form a C (so shrimp lies flat).
5
Grill watermelon on one side only until grill marks appear, 1 minute. Transfer to a platter. Grill shrimp, turning once, just until pink, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes total; set on platter.
6
Drizzle skewers with reserved marinade and sprinkle with torn mint.

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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: 1/3 cup plus 1 1/2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, Zest of 1 lime, 3 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, plus 1/4 cup mint leaves, torn, and more.

Yes, Grilled Watermelon And Shrimp Skewers 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.

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Grilled Watermelon And Shrimp Skewers

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