Skewered Rosemary Shrimp With Mint Pesto Recipe

Name: Skewered Rosemary Shrimp With Mint Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup pine nuts, toasted; 3 garlic cloves, peeled; 2 tablespoons feta cheese; 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese; 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped jalapeno; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 cups fresh mint leaves; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil; 24 large uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails left intact (about 2 pounds); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; rosemary sprig (24 4-inch-long woody )

Servings: persons

½ cup pine nuts, toasted
3 garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons feta cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped jalapeno
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
24 large uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails left intact (about 2 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
rosemary sprig (24 4-inch-long woody )

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For mint pesto:
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Combine first 7 ingredients in processor.
3
Using on/off turns, process until mixture is smooth.
4
Add mint leaves and lemon juice; process until smooth, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides of bowl.
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Gradually add oil and process until mint pesto is smooth and creamy.
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(Can be made 1 day ahead; cover and refrigerate.)
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For shrimp:
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Preheat broiler.
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Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper.
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Whisk oil, garlic, and parsley in medium bowl to blend.
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Add shrimp; toss to coat.
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Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes.
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Arrange shrimp in single layer on broiler pan.
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Broil until opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side.
15
Transfer to large bowl; sprinkle with lemon juice and toss with 1/2 cup mint pesto.
16
Starting at base end of rosemary, skewer 1 shrimp on each sprig.
17
Arrange on platter and serve.
18
Alternatively can stir fry shrimp instead of broiling.

1295

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

161

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup pine nuts, toasted, 3 garlic cloves, peeled, 2 tablespoons feta cheese, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, and more.

Yes, Skewered Rosemary Shrimp With Mint Pesto 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.

Skewered Rosemary Shrimp With Mint Pesto

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