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Pesto Shrimp
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5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Pesto Shrimp

Air Fryer Pesto Shrimp is an easy appetizer or main dish that is ready in less than 30 min. Bright pesto coats tender shrimp for the perfect flavor combo.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer, Shrimp
Servings: 8
Calories: 216kcal
Author: Belly Laugh Living

Ingredients

  • 2 Pounds Shrimp
  • 1 Cup Pesto
  • 2 teaspoons Coarse Salt

Instructions

  • Remove the shells and use a paper towel to dry them and remove any excess water.
    2 Pounds Shrimp, 1 Cup Pesto, 2 teaspoons Coarse Salt
    Shrimp
  • Coat the shrimp with the pesto
    Pesto shrimp in bowl
  • Prepare the air fryer by lightly spraying the basket with an olive oil spray. 
    2 Pounds Shrimp
    cooking spray with a tray
  • Place the shrimp in the basket and lightly spray the top with cooking spray to help brown and crisp them up.
    Pesto Shrimp on tray
  • Air fry the shrimp at 400 degrees for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, flip the shrimp and lightly spray again with cooking spray. Cook for an additional 2 minutes or until the shrimp are fully cooked and have a nice bright color.
    Pesto Shrimp made in the air fryer
  • Once done, remove the shrimp from the air fryer and sprinkle them with coarse salt if desired. 
    2 teaspoons Coarse Salt
    Pesto Shrimp made in the air fryer
  • Finally, enjoy the delicious shrimp with your favorite cocktail, like a gin martini.

Nutrition

Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 185mg | Sodium: 425mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 625IU | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 1mg