Entrees

Grilled Pesto Shrimp

Makes 2 servings

Grilled Pesto Shrimp

Makes 2 servings

Dinner in literally minutes with prepared pesto on hand .

Griddler® Compact position: Flat

Plate side: Grill

Nutritional information per serving:Calories 157 (65% from fat)
carb. 3g
pro. 11g
fat 11g
sat. fat 2g
chol. 71mg
sod. 265mg
calc. 78mg
fiber 1g

Ingredients

  • ½ pound large shrimp, shelled and deveined, tails still attached (about
  • 12 to 14 shrimp)
  • 3 to 4tablespoons prepared pesto, homemade or store bought
  • lemon wedges for serving

Preparation

  1. 1 .Stir pesto and shrimp together in a bowl and let marinate for about 5 to 15 minutes.
  2. 2 .While shrimp are marinating, insert the plates on the grill side.Preheat the Cuisinart® Griddler®Compact to High.
  3. 3 .Open the unit to extend flat and arrange the shrimp on both the upper and lower plates . Grill for about 6 minutes, turning the shrimp occasionally so that they do not burn.
  4. 4 .Remove from grill. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving.