Shrimp, Cantaloupe and Fresh Herb Skewers
Cubes of sweet cantaloupe are paired with marinated shrimp for a passed hors d’oeuvre that is flavorful, refreshing and easy to prepare. Look for medium-size shrimp, which are just the right size for a satisfying bite. This seafood dish pairs well with a citrusy cocktail, such as a margarita (see related recipe at left).
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 8 of 9 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut | 1/2 cup shredded (40g) | 283 |
| Sesame | 1 tbsp (14g) | 120 |
| Shrimp | 100g cooked | 99 |
| Cantaloupe | 1 cup diced (160g) | 53 |
| Lime | juice of 1 lime (44ml) | 11 |
| Soy Sauce | 1 tbsp (15ml) | 9 |
| Chili | 1 tsp (2.7g) | 8 |
| Chives | 1 tbsp (3g) | 1 |
| Peppermint | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbs. coconut cream, scooped from the top of an unshaken can of coconut milk
- 1 Tbs. Thai fish sauce
- 2 tsp. fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp. Asian sesame oil
- 2 Tbs. snipped fresh chives
- 2 Tbs. chopped fresh mint, plus sprigs for garnish
- 1 small red chili, seeded and minced
- 1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (36 shrimp)
- 1/2 small cantaloupe