LIME AND DILL CHIMICHURRI SHRIMP

Lime and Dill Chimichurri Shrimp image

Chimichurri is a very popular condiment in Argentina and Uruguay and is most often used as a dipping sauce or a marinade for meats. My chimichurri shrimp version incorporates dill and lime, which give it a brighter flavor, making it ideal for spring and summer entertaining. -Bonnie Landy, Castro Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs
1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
3 tablespoons lime juice
3 garlic cloves, halved
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 medium red onion, cut into thick wedges
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
8 cherry tomatoes
Crusty bread

Steps:

Place first 8 ingredients in a food processor; process until pureed. Reserve 6 tablespoons mixture for serving. Place remaining mixture in a bowl; toss with shrimp and vegetables. Let stand 15 minutes., Alternately thread shrimp and vegetables onto 8 metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes per side. Serve on bed of additional herbs with crusty bread and reserved sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.