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Mediterranean Shrimp Kabobs

Marinate the shrimp in the refrigerator while you’re at work or school for a quick dinner prep once you get home. Try using different vegetables, including onions, zucchini, or bell peppers, for variations on the original recipe.

Prep Time:

20 minutes + overnight

Yield:

4 Servings

Nutrition Facts

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Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 250; Fat 17g; Saturated Fat 3g; Sodium 510mg; Carbohydrate 4g; Fiber 1g; Protein 18g.

Ingredients

Marinade
¼ cup olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
½ teaspoon oregano
¼ teaspoon salt

Kabobs
¾ pound large raw shrimp, shelled and deveined
12 canned extra small artichoke hearts or artichoke heart quarters
12 large pitted kalamata olives
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese, optional

Instructions

  1. Combine olive oil, lemon peel, lemon juice, Greek seasoning, oregano and salt in large plastic food storage bag; flex to mix well. Add shrimp and seal; toss to coat. Marinate in refrigerator at least 4 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
  2. Heat grill to medium direct heat. Meanwhile, add artichoke pieces and olives to marinade; toss to coat. Thread shrimp, artichokes and olives on 4 12-inch to 14-inch skewers (or place in grill basket).
  3. Grill covered 5 to 8 minutes or until shrimp are opaque, turning once or twice. Remove to serving platter; sprinkle with feta cheese, if desired.

Recipe and photo courtesy of the North American Olive Oil Association

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