TOMATO-BASIL SHRIMP SKEWERS

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I promise you that these are THE best, most perfectly seasoned shrimp you will ever eat. My husband doesn't normally care for shrimp, but he raves over these! -Jennifer Fulk, Moreno Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup tomato sauce
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add shrimp. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 30 minutes. , Drain and discard marinade. Thread shrimp onto six metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink, turning once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 224mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.