Skewered Shrimp and Zucchini with Basil Cream Sauce

A whirled-together, fat-free basil-and-chive sour cream sauce makes a soothing counterpoint for the low-calorie cayenne- and orange-brushed shrimp in this grilled main dish recipe.


Skewered Shrimp and Zucchini with Basil Cream Sauce


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Prep Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Servings: 6 servings
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Ingredients
 
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  • 1  8-ounce container  fat-free or light dairy sour creamOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  snipped fresh basilOn Sale
  • 3  tablespoons  snipped fresh chivesOn Sale
  • 3/4  teaspoon  saltOn Sale
  • 1/8  teaspoon  ground black pepperOn Sale
  • 1-1/4  pounds  fresh or frozen large shrimpOn Sale
  • 2  medium  zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into 1-inch-thick slices (about 1 pound total)On Sale
  • 2  tablespoons  olive oilOn Sale
  • 1/2  teaspoon  finely shredded orange peel or lime peelOn Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  orange juice or lime juiceOn Sale
  • 1/4  teaspoon  cayenne pepperOn Sale
  • 5  cups  shredded fresh spinach, arugula, and/or romaineOn Sale
  •     Fresh basil leaves (optional)On Sale

Directions
1.
For sauce, in a food processor or blender, combine sour cream, the sniped basil, the chives, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and the black pepper. Cover and process or blend until nearly smooth. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
2.
Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. On long skewers,* alternately thread shrimp and zucchini, leaving a 1/4-inch space between pieces. In a small bowl, combine oil, orange or lime peel, orange or lime juice, cayenne pepper, and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; brush evenly on shrimp and zucchini.
3.
Place skewers on the greased rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium coals. Grill about 10 minutes or until shrimp are opaque, turning once.
4.
Arrange shredded greens on a serving platter. Top with skewers. If desired, garnish sauce with basil leaves. Serve sauce with skewers. Makes 6 servings.

Note
If using wooden skewers, soak in enough water to cover for 30 minutes; drain before using.

Nutrition information
Calories 171, Total Fat 6 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Sodium 447 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19 g. Exchanges: Vegetable 2, Fat 1. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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