Pesto Shrimp Caprese Skewers

By hanley89

Ingredients

• 20 medium or large shrimp, peel and devein shrimp leave tails intact
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup basil pesto plus more for brushing
• 20 4 inch skewers or cut bamboo skewers in half
• 20 bocconcini or 1 inch chunks of fresh mozzarella
• 20 grape tomatoes
• 2 tbsp bottled balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing
• Freshly ground pepper(optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Thaw shrimp if frozen. Clean shrimp. Rinse shrimp and pat dry with paper towels
2.In a large skillet, cook shrimp in hot oil over medium heat for 2-4 minutes, or until opaque. Spread shrimp in a single layer on a baking sheet, cover and chill at lesat 1 hour
3.In a medium bowl, combine shrimp and 1/4 cup pesto; toss to coat. On each of the skewers, thread a shrimp, a bocconcini and a grape tomato. Brush with additional pesto and the balsamic vinaigrette. If desired, sprinkle with pepper. Makes 20 appetizers

NOTE: Can be made ahead;Cover and Chill Shrimp for 24 hours. Combine Shrimp with Pesto . Continued as directed