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Grilled Shrimp and Cantaloupe Kabobs

Grilled Shrimp and Cantaloupe Kabobs prepared dish

These grilled shrimp and cantaloupe kabobs are a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for summer grilling. The sweet and juicy cantaloupe pairs beautifully with succulent shrimp, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Serve them as an appetizer or a light main course for a delightful outdoor meal!

This recipe is american style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 10 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 10 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include cantaloupe, black pepper, olive oil, lime juice.
  • Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 300 g cantaloupe (cubed)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 500 g shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 4 skewers (soaked in water if wooden)
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Add the shrimp to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
  3. While the shrimp is marinating, prepare the cantaloupe by cutting it into bite-sized cubes.
  4. Thread the marinated shrimp and cantaloupe cubes alternately onto the skewers.
  5. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
  7. Remove the kabobs from the grill and serve immediately, garnished with additional lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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