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Grilled Pistachio-Lemon Pesto Shrimp
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 8
Besides tasting great with shrimp, this pesto can be used on pasta or spread on a portobello mushroom or garlic bread topped with melted mozzarella.—Amy Jo Dale, Long Beach, California
Ingredients:
3/4 cup fresh arugula
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup shelled pistachios
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
Directions:
1. Place the first six ingredients in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Continue processing while gradually adding oil in a steady stream. Add Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper; pulse just until combined. Transfer 1/3 cup pesto to a large bowl. Add shrimp; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes.
2. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. Thread shrimp onto eight metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat 5-6 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, turning once. Serve with remaining pesto. Yield: 8 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com