Pesto Grilled Shrimp

ingredients:

1/2 cup basil, packed

1 small clove garlic

1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted

2 tablespoons parmigiano reggiano (parmesan), grated

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice (~1/4 lemon)

salt and pepper to taste

1 pound shrimp, peeled and deviened

directionsPulse the basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmesan, oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender until smooth.

Marinate the shrimp in the pesto for at least 20 minutes, up to overnight, in the fridge.

Skewer the shrimp and grill over medium-high heat until cooked, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 184, Fat 11g (Saturated 2g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 147mg, Sodium 755mg, Carbs 2g (Fiber 0, Sugars 0), Protein 18g

   

   Recipe adapted from;   closetcooking