Delightful Grilled Shrimp & Pineapple on Rosemary Skewers

Grilled Shrimp & Pineapple on Rosemary Skewers is a vibrant dish combining succulent shrimp and juicy pineapple for a delightful flavor experience.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 skewers

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Marinade

1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
1/4 cup Rum Use white or dark based on preference.
1 tsp Cinnamon No direct substitutions, can reduce for milder flavor.
2 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for the best taste.
1/4 cup Basil Leaves Fresh is preferred.
2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.

Skewers

1 lb Shrimp Must be peeled and deveined.
4 sprigs Fresh Rosemary If unavailable, use soaked wooden skewers.
1 cup Pineapple Fresh is best, canned can be used.

Equipment

Grill
Mixing Bowls
skewers

Method

Marinating and Grilling

In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, rum, and cinnamon until smooth. Add the pineapple wedges and let marinate for about 15 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix together minced garlic, chopped basil, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Coat the shrimp with the marinade and let rest for 15 minutes.
Prepare rosemary skewers and alternate threading pineapple and shrimp.
Preheat the grill, then grill the pineapple skewers for 3-5 minutes per side.
Grill the shrimp skewers for about 2 minutes on each side.
Serve warm on a platter with reserved marinade for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 16gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don’t over-marinate shrimp; keep rosemary skewers away from direct flame to prevent burning. Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.

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