Grilled Watermelon Skewers with Shrimp

Watermelon Shrimp Kabobs combine grilled shrimp with grilled watermelon with a sweet balsamic reduction and zesty lime. A healthy kabob recipe on the grill.

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Grilled Watermelon Skewers with Shrimp

Watermelon Shrimp Kabobs combine grilled shrimp with grilled watermelon with a sweet balsamic reduction and zesty lime. A healthy kabob recipe on the grill.

Ingredients :
  • 1 pound medium-large raw shrimp peeled, tail on optional
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • 2 large zucchini , cut into 1 inch thick slices
  • 2 cups cubed watermelon
  • 1/4 cup homemade balsamic glaze
  • extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • lime wedges for spritzing
Directions :

  1. In a large airtight plastic bag, combine the peeled shrimp, Italian dressing, lime juice and salt. Chill for 30-45 minutes. Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers, if using them.

  2. Thread the marinated shrimp, cubed watermelon and zucchini onto the prepared skewers.

  3. Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Prep with cooking spray or rub grates with vegetable oil.

  4. Grill on indirect heat for 10-15 minutes. This will depend on the size of shrimp you are using. Wait for them to be pink and start to curl.

  5. Remove the skewers from the heat and drizzle them with balsamic reduction sauce, extra virgin olive oil and spritz with fresh lime juice.

  6. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.

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