Easy Air Fryer Pesto Shrimp
Description
Quick and flavorful air fryer pesto shrimp with a crispy exterior and tender interior. Perfect for weeknight dinners, appetizers, or easy seafood meals.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp pesto sauce, store-bought or homemade
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, optional
- Fresh herbs for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Set the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F (200°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking oil.
- In a large bowl, toss the peeled and deveined 1.5 lbs large shrimp with 3 tbsp pesto sauce 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Set cook time for 6–8 minutes, shaking halfway through, until shrimp are golden and cooked through.
- Squeeze 1 tbsp lemon juice over the shrimp and sprinkle with 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Add Fresh herbs for garnish and serve immediately. Enjoy the pesto shrimp on its own, over pasta, salad, or in tacos for a quick, flavorful meal.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray, or Parchment Paper
Notes
Other Cooking Methods
- Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Stovetop: Cook shrimp in 1–2 tsp olive oil, 2–3 minutes per side until opaque.
- Grill: Skewer shrimp and grill 2–3 minutes per side until lightly charred.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 138kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 16gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 1129mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 371IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 0.3mg