Herb-Marinated Shrimp

By JJCR

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp. fresh oregano leaves
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, cut in half
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs. large uncooked shrimp, peeled

Preparation

Step 1

Combine basil, thyme, oegano, salt, pepper and garlic in food processor. Pulse to coarsely chop. Add olive oil and process to blend.
Place shrimp in resealable plastic bag. Spoon herb mixture into bag. Remove air from bag and seal. Distribute marinade over shrimp by squeezing and moving shrimp throughout bag.
Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat grill. Place shrimp on skewers. Grill over medium high heat 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until done.

Serve with Grilled Vegetable Basmati Rice