Best 7 Shrimp Scallop Veggie Kabobs With A Margarita Butter Sauce Recipes

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Savor the tantalizing flavors of succulent shrimp, tender scallops, and crisp vegetables paired harmoniously on skewers, grilled to perfection and drenched in a luscious margarita butter sauce. This delightful dish offers a symphony of textures and flavors that will transport your taste buds to a culinary paradise. With a vibrant blend of tangy lime, aromatic tequila, and a hint of sweetness, the margarita butter sauce elevates the natural flavors of the seafood and vegetables, creating a dish that is both satisfying and unforgettable.

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SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS



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"These seafood kabobs are a big hit with everyone who loves spicy food. Don't forget to use the extra seasoned butter as a dipping sauce!" Mitzi Sentiff - Annapolis, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup butter, cubed
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
12 uncooked large shrimp (about 1/2 pound)
16 sea scallops (about 2 pounds)

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, pepper sauce, garlic powder and onion powder; set aside 1/2 cup butter mixture for serving and keep warm., Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails on. On four metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread shrimp and scallops. , Place skewers on greased grill rack. Cook, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until shrimp turn pink and scallops are firm and opaque, basting occasionally with butter mixture. Serve with reserved butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 35g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 813mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein.

GARLIC SHRIMP KABOBS



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This is a quick and easy shrimp kabob recipe, perfect for beginners. Requires minimal ingredients, but is bursting with flavor. Serve over a bed of rice with fresh lemon wedges.

Provided by Darlene Gould

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Shrimp

Time 2h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound frozen shrimp, thawed and peeled
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 pinch finely chopped parsley
metal skewers
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Rinse and dry shrimp.
  • Whisk olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, pepper, and parsley together in a bowl and pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add shrimp, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Lightly coat metal skewers with cooking spray.
  • Remove shrimp from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Place about 5 shrimp on each skewer.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, about 5 minutes; do not overcook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.2 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 132.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

GRILLED SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS



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Who doesn't love backyard grilling season? For a quick and healthy dinner, fire up the grill and look no further than shrimp and scallop kabobs! With a zesty lemon juice, thyme and salt and pepper these seafood kabobs offer up robust flavor and are ready in 25 minutes. If you're on grill duty, remember to leave a little space on your kabob for an even cook! Take in the savory aromas and bonus points if you can dine al fresco.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound sea scallops
12 uncooked large shrimp in shells
8 medium whole fresh mushrooms, (about 6 ounces)
8 cherry tomatoes
1 medium zucchini, (about 1 inch in diameter), cut into 1-inch slices

Steps:

  • Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.
  • Mix lemon juice, oil, thyme, salt and pepper. Cut scallops in half if over 1 inch in diameter.
  • Thread scallops, shrimp, mushrooms, tomatoes and zucchini alternately on each of four 10-inch metal skewers. Brush with lemon juice mixture.
  • Grill uncovered 4 inches from medium heat 10 to 15 minutes, brushing frequently with lemon juice mixture and turning once, until scallops are white and shrimp are pink and firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg

SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE KABOBS



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These colorful kabobs from our Test Kitchen home economists pair special shrimp and garden-fresh vegetables for a memorable main dish that's often requested. You can use whatever veggies you like.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 medium yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 cherry tomatoes
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
8 medium fresh mushrooms, optional
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, parsley and basil. Alternate the vegetables and shrimp on eight metal or soaked wooden skewers. , Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 3 minutes, turning once. Baste with dressing mixture. Grill 3-4 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are tender, turning and basting frequently. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 169mg cholesterol, Sodium 630mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MARGARITA SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE KABOBS



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Make and share this Margarita Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup tequila
1/4 cup lime juice
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope Good Seasonings Italian salad dressing mix or 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope zesty Italian salad dressing mix
1/2 cup oil
1 1/2 lbs medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
red pepper
onion
zucchini
yellow squash
mushroom
bell pepper

Steps:

  • Marinade:Mix tequila, juice, salad dressing mix and oil in a bowl, stirring well.
  • Place shrimp and vegetables in marinade; cover.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour; drain and discard dressing.
  • Arrange shrimp and vegetables on skewers.
  • Place kabobs on greased grill over hot coals.
  • Grill 10-15 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are crisp-tender, turning once.
  • Serve with rice, if desired.

MARGARITA SHRIMP AND VEGETABLE KABOBS



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Party on with Margarita Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs. Real tequila gives these Margarita Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs their great summertime flavor! If you wanted to serve them alongside a real margarita, that'd be fine by us!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h28m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 env. GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix
1/2 cup oil
1/4 cup tequila
1/4 cup lime juice
1 lb. cleaned large shrimp
2 cups assorted cut-up vegetables (bell peppers, onions, zucchini and mushrooms)
4 wooden skewers

Steps:

  • Mix dressing mix, oil, tequila and lime juice until well blended. Pour over shrimp and vegetables in shallow dish; cover. Refrigerate 30 min. to 2 hours to marinate. Remove shrimp and vegetables from marinade; discard marinade.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Arrange shrimp and vegetables on skewers.
  • Grill kabobs 5 to 8 min. or until shrimp turn pink and vegetables are crisp-tender, turning after 4 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Sodium 960 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.9485 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 29 g

MARGARITA SHRIMP KABOBS



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Hold a fiesta on your grill with shrimp marinated in lime, salt and tequila. Skewered with bright red peppers and fresh green zucchini and it both looks and tastes like a party.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon grated lime peel
1/4 cup lime juice
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons tequila, if desired
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 lb uncooked deveined peeled large shrimp (about 24), thawed if frozen, tail shells removed
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 large red bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix lime peel, lime juice, garlic, tequila and salt; add shrimp. Seal bag, squeezing out air; turn to coat shrimp. Let stand 10 minutes to marinate. Drain shrimp; discard marinade.
  • On each of 8 (12-inch) metal skewers, alternately thread shrimp, zucchini and bell pepper, leaving 1/4-inch space between each piece. Brush with 1 tablespoon oil.
  • Carefully brush grill rack with additional oil. Place kabobs on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook 5 to 6 minutes, turning once, until shrimp are pink and vegetables are crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh shrimp and scallops. If using frozen seafood, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • To skewer the kabobs, alternate shrimp, scallops, and vegetables. This will ensure that each bite has a variety of flavors and textures.
  • To prevent the kabobs from sticking to the grill, brush them with olive oil before cooking.
  • Cook the kabobs over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until the shrimp and scallops are cooked through.
  • To make the margarita butter sauce, simply combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and heat over low heat until the butter is melted. Stir constantly to prevent the sauce from burning.
  • Serve the kabobs with the margarita butter sauce and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Shrimp, scallop, and veggie kabobs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They're perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight dinner. The margarita butter sauce adds a refreshing and zesty flavor to the kabobs. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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