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Pesto grilled shrimp

Discover the secret to a perfect Italian dinner with this pesto grilled shrimp recipe. It's simple yet elegant, bringing Mediterranean flavors to your table with ease.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought pesto
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh lemon wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Outdoor grill or grill pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden skewers
  • Tongs
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning
  2. Marinate shrimp in pesto for 15-20 minutes
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat
  4. Thread marinated shrimp onto skewers
  5. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and slightly charred
  6. Serve hot with lemon wedges