Shrimp And Vegetable Kabobs Recipes

SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE KABOBS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, parsley and basil. Alternate the vegetables and shrimp on eight metal or soaked wooden skewers. , Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 3 minutes, turning once. Baste with dressing mixture. Grill 3-4 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are tender, turning and basting frequently. Serve with rice.

QUICK-MARINATED SHRIMP KEBABS

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, garlic, oregano, lemon juice, and zest and season with salt and pepper.
• Alternately thread the shrimp, squash, onion, and zucchini onto the skewers, using 4 shrimp per skewer.
• Put the kebabs in a shallow baking dish and pour the marinade over the top. Marinate the kebabs at room temperature, turning occasionally, for 10 minutes.
• Preheat an indoor grill pan or an outdoor grill. Grill the kebabs, turning and basting with the marinade occasionally, until lightly charred and just-cooked through, about 4 minutes.

SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE SKEWERS

Steps:

• Cook and drain pasta directed on package. Stir in almonds, cheese, basil, lemon juice and margarine. Cover and keep warm.
• Thread shrimp, bell pepper, mushrooms and onion alternately on each of four 10- to 12-inch metal skewers. Place on rack in broiler pan. Brush with oil. Sprinkle with basil and salt.
• Set oven control to broil. Broil kabobs with tops 3 inches from heat 4 to 5 minutes, turning once, until shrimp are pink and vegetables are tender. Place orzo on serving platter. Top with kabobs. Garnish with lemon wedges. Sprinkle with paprika.

ZESTY SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE KABOBS

Steps:

• Thread shrimp and vegetables onto 24 wooden skewers; place in shallow dish. Mix dressing, cilantro, 2 tsp. lime zest and 1/2 tsp. ground red pepper until blended. Pour over kabobs; turn to evenly coat kabobs. Refrigerate 1 hour to marinate.
• Heat greased grill to medium-high heat. Remove kabobs from marinade; discard marinade. Grill kabobs 6 to 8 min. or until shrimp turn pink, turning after 4 min. Meanwhile, mix mayo, garlic, lime juice, remaining zest and remaining ground red pepper.
• Serve kabobs with mayo mixture.

GARLIC SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• Rinse and dry shrimp.
• Whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, pepper, and parsley together in a bowl and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add shrimp, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Lightly coat metal skewers with cooking spray.
• Remove shrimp from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place about 5 shrimp on each skewer.
• Cook on the preheated grill until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes; do not overcook.

TANGY SHRIMP KABOBS

Steps:

• Drain pineapple, reserving 1/4 cup juice; set aside. In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar, mustard and reserved pineapple juice. Pour 3/4 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 3 hours, turning occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining mixture for sauce., In a Dutch oven, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add onions; boil for 2 minutes. Add peppers and boil 2 minutes longer. Drain and rinse in cold water; peel onions. Refrigerate vegetables until ready to grill., In a small saucepan, bring 3/4 cup of reserved tomato sauce mixture to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Keep warm., Drain and discard marinade. On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and vegetables; place on greased grill rack. Cook, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, basting occasionally with remaining tomato sauce mixture. Drizzle kabobs with warm sauce. Serve with rice if desired.

MARGARITA SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE KABOBS

Steps:

• Mix dressing mix, oil, tequila and lime juice until well blended. Pour over shrimp and vegetables in shallow dish; cover. Refrigerate 30 min. to 2 hours to marinate. Remove shrimp and vegetables from marinade; discard marinade.
• Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Arrange shrimp and vegetables on skewers.
• Grill kabobs 5 to 8 min. or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are crisp-tender, turning after 4 min.

SHRIMP VEGGIE AND FRUIT KABOBS

Steps:

• Arrange all chunked fruits and veggies and the shrimp on skewers.
• Cook on grill (foreman grill or barbie will do)until browned and shrimp is cooked.

MARGARITA SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE KABOBS

Steps:

• Marinade:Mix tequila, juice, salad dressing mix and oil in a bowl, stirring well.
• Place shrimp and vegetables in marinade; cover.
• Refrigerate 1 hour; drain and discard dressing.
• Arrange shrimp and vegetables on skewers.
• Place kabobs on greased grill over hot coals.
• Grill 10-15 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are crisp-tender, turning once.
• Serve with rice, if desired.