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Pesto Shrimp
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5 from 2 votes

Pesto Shrimp: A Delicious Air Fryer Recipe

Elevate your gatherings with delicious Pesto Shrimp. Perfect appetizers with cocktails and refreshing beverages!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, party food
Cuisine: American, Italian, Mediterranean
Keyword: air fried, Air Fryer, Pesto, quick, Seafood, 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