Shrimp kebabs with sun-dried tomatoes and basil

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonExtra-virgin olive oil
½teaspoonLemon zest
2tablespoonsLemon juice
2teaspoonsThyme, chopped or
2teaspoonsDried thyme
Salt and pepper
24largesShrimp (abt 1 1/2 lb) peeled and deveined
1bunchBasil (24 large leaves)
241\" pieces sun-dried tomatoes drained and blotted dry

Directions

Combine the oil, zest, lemon juice, thyme, salt and pepper in a bowl.

Add the shrimp and marinate for 15-20 minutes. Thread the marinated shrimp onto skewers, placing a basil leaf and a piece of sun-dried tomato between each.

Season with salt and pepper. Preheat the grill. Grill the kebabs, basting with marinade, for 1-2 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are cooked.

High-Flavor, Low-Fat Cooking by Steven Raichlen ISBN 0-1402-4123-X pg 111 Submitted By DIANE LAZARUS On 10-24-95