PESTO CORN SALAD WITH SHRIMP

Pesto Corn Salad with Shrimp image

This recipe showcases the beautiful bounty of summer with its fresh corn, tomatoes and delicious basil. Prevent browning by spritzing the salad with lemon juice. -Deena Bowen, Chico, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

4 medium ears sweet corn, husked
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined

Steps:

In a pot of boiling water, cook corn until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain; cool slightly. Meanwhile, in a food processor, pulse basil, oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt until blended., Cut corn from cob and place in a bowl. Stir in tomatoes, pepper and remaining salt. Add avocado and 2 tablespoons basil mixture; toss gently to combine. , Thread shrimp onto metal or soaked wooden skewers; brush with remaining basil mixture. Grill, covered, over medium heat until shrimp turn pink, 2-4 minutes per side. Remove shrimp from skewers; serve with corn mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 22g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.