Shrimp Skewers with Asian Quinoa Recipe

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Shrimp Skewers with Asian Quinoa
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  1. In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small saucepan, combine the water, quinoa and 1/3 cup vinegar mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat. Stir in vegetables. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, on four metal or soaked wooden skewers, thread shrimp. If grilling the shrimp, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack.
  3. Grill shrimp, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until shrimp turn pink, basting frequently with remaining vinegar mixture and turning once. Serve with quinoa. Yield: 4 servings.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 674.57 Kcal (2824 kJ)
Calories from fat 320.9 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 35.66g 55%
Cholesterol 82.2mg 27%
Sodium 1827.88mg 76%
Potassium 545.37mg 12%
Total Carbs 73.63g 25%
Sugars 10.07g 40%
Dietary Fiber 6.59g 26%
Protein 18.62g 37%
Vitamin C 70.9mg 118%
Iron 3.9mg 22%
Calcium 106.5mg 11%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 182.86 Kcal (766 kJ)
Calories from fat 86.99 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.67g 55%
Cholesterol 22.28mg 27%
Sodium 495.51mg 76%
Potassium 147.84mg 12%
Total Carbs 19.96g 25%
Sugars 2.73g 40%
Dietary Fiber 1.79g 26%
Protein 5.05g 37%
Vitamin C 19.2mg 118%
Iron 1.1mg 22%
Calcium 28.9mg 11%

* 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 15.7
    Points
  • 18
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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