Jerked Shrimp with Melon Salsa

Jerked Shrimp with Melon Salsa
Jerked Shrimp with Melon Salsa
A lightly dressed salad of baby greens would complement this entrée nicely; serve rum-drizzled grilled pound cake slices afterward.
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  • Served Person: Makes 2 servings; can be doubled
Central American/Caribbean Fruit Shellfish Low/No Sugar Melon Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 lime wedges
  • 4 teaspoons fresh lime juice
  • 6 large uncooked shrimp, peeled, deveined
  • Carbohydrate 16 g(5%)
  • Cholesterol 26 mg(9%)
  • Fat 21 g(32%)
  • Fiber 2 g(8%)
  • Protein 4 g(9%)
  • Saturated Fat 3 g(15%)
  • Sodium 143 mg(6%)
  • Calories 257

Preparation Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Toss shrimp, oil, 2 teaspoons lime juice, and jerk seasoning blend in medium bowl. Let marinate 10 minutes. Meanwhile, toss cantaloupe, honeydew, cilantro, red onion, and remaining 2 teaspoons lime juice in medium bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. Thread shrimp onto metal skewers. Grill until opaque in center, occasionally brushing with marinade, about 5 minutes. Serve with salsa and lime wedges.

Preparation Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Toss shrimp, oil, 2 teaspoons lime juice, and jerk seasoning blend in medium bowl. Let marinate 10 minutes. Meanwhile, toss cantaloupe, honeydew, cilantro, red onion, and remaining 2 teaspoons lime juice in medium bowl. Season salsa to taste with salt and pepper. Thread shrimp onto metal skewers. Grill until opaque in center, occasionally brushing with marinade, about 5 minutes. Serve with salsa and lime wedges.