Cilantro Pesto Grilled Shrimp
Infuse your next barbecue or dinner party with bold, zesty flavors with this Cilantro Pesto Grilled Shrimp recipe. Juicy, tender shrimp are marinated in a vibrant homemade cilantro pesto made with fresh cilantro leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of lime juice for a citrusy kick. Grilled to perfection in under 10 minutes, these shrimp are smoky, slightly charred, and bursting with herbaceous goodness. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, this dish is easy to prep, quick to cook, and pairs beautifully with rice, salads, or crusty bread. Pro tip: reserve extra pesto as a dipping sauce to take the flavor to the next level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 cups fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning.
In a food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the cilantro pesto.
Rinse the shrimp under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
In a large bowl, toss the shrimp with half of the cilantro pesto, ensuring they are evenly coated. Reserve the remaining pesto for serving.
Thread the shrimp onto skewers (about 4–5 shrimp per skewer).
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side, or until they are pink, opaque, and slightly charred.
Remove the shrimp from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Drizzle the reserved cilantro pesto over the grilled shrimp or serve it on the side as a dipping sauce.
Enjoy your Cilantro Pesto Grilled Shrimp with your favorite side dish or as an appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.1 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 891 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 2235 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 120.5 g | 241% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 473 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2467 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
