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Shrimp Skewers with Tzatziki, Spinach, and Feta Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 cup greek-style (2% or nonfat) yogurt
1 cup 1/4-inch cubes english hothouse cucumber
3 tbsp chopped fresh dill
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice plus additional for drizzling
2 tbsp chopped shallots
1 1/4 tsp aniseed, finely crushed, divided
olive oil (for brushing and drizzling )
1 lb uncooked large shrimp, peeled, deveined , tails left intact
8 cups baby spinach leaves
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

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.
Nutritional analysis per serving: Calories (kcal) 289.44; %Calories from Fat 35.74; Fat (g) 11.50; Saturated Fat (g) 5.40; Cholesterol (mg) 249.90; Carbohydrates (g) 14.04; Dietary Fiber (g) 2.66; Total Sugars (g) 6.40; Net Carbs (g) 11.37; Protein (g) 32.81 Nutritional analysis provided by Bon Appétit See Nutrition Data's complete analysis of this recipe ›

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	488.92 Kcal (2047 kJ)
Calories from fat	247.07 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	27.45g	42%
Cholesterol	93.75mg	31%
Sodium	1679.38mg	70%
Potassium	556.24mg	12%
Total Carbs	41.5g	14%
Sugars	4.13g	17%
Dietary Fiber	3.09g	12%
Protein	21.48g	43%
Vitamin C	25.3mg	42%
Iron	3.3mg	18%
Calcium	311.1mg	31%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	146.22 Kcal (612 kJ)
Calories from fat	73.89 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.21g	42%
Cholesterol	28.04mg	31%
Sodium	502.23mg	70%
Potassium	166.35mg	12%
Total Carbs	12.41g	14%
Sugars	1.23g	17%
Dietary Fiber	0.92g	12%
Protein	6.42g	43%
Vitamin C	7.6mg	42%
Iron	1mg	18%
Calcium	93mg	31%

* 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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