Grilled Pesto Ranch Shrimp Skewers
A container of store-bought pesto in the fridge is the quickest way to complete a meal, and this sweet grilled shrimp is no exception.
Kingsford
Kingsford
Recipe - Stillwater Wine & Spirits
Grilled Pesto Ranch Shrimp Skewers
Prep Time20 Minutes
Servings6
Cook Time10 Minutes
Ingredients
1 1/4 lb. peeled and deveined large shrimp
2 tsp. Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing, Seasoning and Recipe Mix Shaker
2 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 cup prepared pesto, plus more for serving
Wooden skewers, soaked for at least 20 minutes
Directions
Food Prep
- In a large bowl, combine your shrimp, Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing, Seasoning and Recipe Mix Shake and olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Then, for an easier cook, thread 4–5 shrimp on each skewer.
Grill Prep
- Fuel: We recommend Kingsford® Original Charcoal Briquets
- Method: Direct-Heat Grilling
- Temp: 450°F (High Heat)
The Cook
- When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with long-handled tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.
- Brush your shrimp evenly with the pesto, then place your skewers on the grate. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side until your shrimp reaches an internal temperature of 145ºF. Your shrimp should look opaque and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with additional pesto or ranch dressing if desired.
20 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
6
Servings
Shop Ingredients
Makes 6 servings
Directions
Food Prep
- In a large bowl, combine your shrimp, Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing, Seasoning and Recipe Mix Shake and olive oil. Toss to coat evenly.
- Then, for an easier cook, thread 4–5 shrimp on each skewer.
Grill Prep
- Fuel: We recommend Kingsford® Original Charcoal Briquets
- Method: Direct-Heat Grilling
- Temp: 450°F (High Heat)
The Cook
- When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with long-handled tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.
- Brush your shrimp evenly with the pesto, then place your skewers on the grate. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side until your shrimp reaches an internal temperature of 145ºF. Your shrimp should look opaque and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with additional pesto or ranch dressing if desired.