Pesto Shrimp Skewers

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Pesto Shrimp Skewers

Pesto Shrimp Skewers are a quick and delicious dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Plus, you only need a couple ingredients and less than 30 minutes to make them!

Prep Time30

Cook Time3

Total Time33

Course: Appetizer, Dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 140kcal

Author: Catherine McCord

Equipment

Sheet Pan

Ingredients

1/4 cup pesto (homemade pesto recipes in the notes below)
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak for 30 minutes)
lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

Place the pesto, shrimp and salt in a bowl. Stir to coat the shrimp evenly, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers. (If using wooden skewers, see note below.)
Preheat the oven broiler. Place the skewers on a sheet pan and broil for 3 minutes. No need to turn them. (For sauté or air fryer instructions, see notes.)
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Don’t Skip the Soak: If you’re using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes beforehand or cover the exposed ends with aluminum foil. This prevents them from catching fire under the broiler. Alternatively, you can skip the skewers entirely and just broil on a sheet pan.

Serve Immediately: These skewers are best enjoyed hot off the broiler, so serve them right away for the best texture and flavor. I like to serve these as the main entree, or toss them with this lemon shrimp pasta!

Save Time with Frozen Shrimp: Using frozen shrimp can save you time (and money!). Thaw and pat dry before tossing with the pesto.

Homemade Pesto Recipes: Basil Pesto Recipe, Kale Pesto, Hemp Seed Pesto

To sauté: Heat a large sauté pan over medium heat. Cook the shrimp for 3 minutes or until cooked through.

To air fry: Air fry at 375°F for 5 to 6 minutes or until cooked through.

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