SHRIMP, CANTALOUPE KABOBS

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Be sure to soak your skewers for one hour before skewering. You will have 2-3 shrimp per kabob. This can be served on a bed of couscous or orzo pasta for a (Poli' oreo' fagito') excellent meal or served without as an appetizer. This can be broiled as well.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Melons

Time 21m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb peeled deveined extra large shrimp
2 tablespoons yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
1 teaspoon parsley
6 one inch cubes fresh cantaloupes
6 white pearl onions
6 cherry tomatoes
6 one inch pieces red peppers

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, brown sugar, white pepper, garlic, fresh oregano, & parsley ingredients in shallow dish.
  • Add shrimp and toss. Marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour stirring occasionally.
  • Cook onions in boiling water to cover 4 to 5 minutes or just until crisp tender and drain. Put on skewers alternating vegetables, cantaloupe and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Discard marinade.
  • Grill 4 to 5 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.1, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 115.8, Sodium 208.3, Carbohydrate 61, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 52.3, Protein 22.1

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