Shrimp Skewers with Tzatziki, Spinach, and Feta
Nutritional Info
- Servings Per Recipe: 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories: 261.7
- Total Fat: 9.5 g
- Cholesterol: 198.2 mg
- Sodium: 554.2 mg
- Total Carbs: 9.2 g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.7 g
- Protein: 34.3 g
View full nutritional breakdown of Shrimp Skewers with Tzatziki, Spinach, and Feta calories by ingredient
Introduction
Tzatziki is a popular Greek sauce made from yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, and dill. Here we've subbed in shallots for garlic and used it to top skewers of shrimp. Serve any leftovers with pita chips, as a substitute for mayo on roast chicken sandwiches, or as a sauce for grilled lambRead More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/vie
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Tzatziki is a popular Greek sauce made from yogurt, cucumbers, garlic, and dill. Here we've subbed in shallots for garlic and used it to top skewers of shrimp. Serve any leftovers with pita chips, as a substitute for mayo on roast chicken sandwiches, or as a sauce for grilled lamb
Read More http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/vie
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Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
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1/4-inch cubes cucumber 1 cup
baby spinach leaves 8 cups
chopped fresh dill 3 tablespoons
chopped shallots (or green onions) 2 tablespoons
fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons
plus additional for drizzling
uncooked large shrimp 1 pound
aniseed, finely crushed 1 1/4 teaspoons
olive oil
crumbled feta cheese 3/4 cup
greek-style (2% or nonfat) yogurt* 1 cup
Directions
Mix Greek-style yogurt, cucumber, dill, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, shallots, and 3/4 teaspoon crushed aniseed in small bowl; season tzatziki generously with salt and pepper. Chill.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush grill with oil. Thread shrimp onto 4 metal skewers. Brush shrimp all over with olive oil; sprinkle with salt, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon crushed aniseed. Grill just until shrimp are opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Divide spinach among 4 plates; drizzle lightly with additional lemon juice and olive oil. Top each with 1 shrimp skewer. Spoon tzatziki over shrimp; sprinkle with feta cheese and serve.
*A thick yogurt; sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores (such as Trader Joe's and Whole Foods markets) and Greek markets. If unavailable, place plain yogurt in cheesecloth-lined strainer set over large bowl. Cover and chill overnight to drain.
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Shrimp-Skewers-with-Tzatziki-Spinach-and-Feta-242967
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ISSY1554.
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush grill with oil. Thread shrimp onto 4 metal skewers. Brush shrimp all over with olive oil; sprinkle with salt, pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon crushed aniseed. Grill just until shrimp are opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side. Divide spinach among 4 plates; drizzle lightly with additional lemon juice and olive oil. Top each with 1 shrimp skewer. Spoon tzatziki over shrimp; sprinkle with feta cheese and serve.
*A thick yogurt; sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores (such as Trader Joe's and Whole Foods markets) and Greek markets. If unavailable, place plain yogurt in cheesecloth-lined strainer set over large bowl. Cover and chill overnight to drain.
http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Shrimp-Skewers-with-Tzatziki-Spinach-and-Feta-242967
Number of Servings: 4
Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user ISSY1554.