Shrimp With Green Chili Pesto Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 garlic cloves
6 mild green chilies, stem and seeds removed
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
3 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 lbs shrimp, shelled and deveined (26 to 30 per lb)

Directions:

Mix cheese and garlic in food processor till blended.
Add the chilies, pine nuts, parsley, cilantro and 2 or 3 tablespoons oil and process until a smooth paste.
This pesto can be made and refrigerated for several weeks before using.
Toss the shrimp in a bowl with pesto and refrigerate, covered for at least an hour.
Place shrimp on a foil covered sheet pan and bake at 350 degrees, uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until done.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	346.31 Kcal (1450 kJ)
Calories from fat	221.89 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	24.65g	38%
Cholesterol	48.25mg	16%
Sodium	934.11mg	39%
Potassium	206.8mg	4%
Total Carbs	22.76g	8%
Sugars	1.54g	6%
Dietary Fiber	1.52g	6%
Protein	10.77g	22%
Vitamin C	59.5mg	99%
Iron	1.6mg	9%
Calcium	141.3mg	14%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	299.43 Kcal (1254 kJ)
Calories from fat	191.86 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	21.32g	38%
Cholesterol	41.72mg	16%
Sodium	807.67mg	39%
Potassium	178.81mg	4%
Total Carbs	19.68g	8%
Sugars	1.34g	6%
Dietary Fiber	1.31g	6%
Protein	9.32g	22%
Vitamin C	51.4mg	99%
Iron	1.4mg	9%
Calcium	122.2mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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