Sunday, November 1, 2009

Shrimp Skewers with Cantaloupe Salsa

Cantaloup Salsa:
2 cups (500 ml) diced cantaloupe
1 cup (250 ml) diced red onion
1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup (60 ml) chopped fresh mint
1 lime, peel finely grated and juiced

Shrimp:
1 lb. (450 g) medium fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 tsp (5 ml) hot paprika
1 tsp. (5 ml) salt
2 tbsp. (30 ml) canola oil
1 lime

For salsa, combine ingredients in a bowl. Toss to mix. Cover and let stand 20-30 minutes.

Meanwhile, in medium bowl, combine shrimp, paprika, salt and oil. Toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate 30 minutes

Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat grill to high (400 - 450 degrees.) Thread shrimp onto skewers. Grill, turning frequently, 3-4 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.

Squeeze lime over shrimp skewers and serve with cantaloupe salsa.

Serves 4

170 cals per serving.

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