SHRIMP SKEWERS WITH ASIAN QUINOA

Shrimp Skewers with Asian Quinoa image

Quinoa is a more complete protein than most other grains. We think you'll be hearing more requests for this flavorful Asian-inspired dish. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup rice vinegar
3 tablespoons apricot preserves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup water
2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed
1-3/4 cups frozen broccoli, carrots and water chestnuts, thawed and coarsely chopped
1-1/4 pounds uncooked jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

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., 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., 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 172mg cholesterol, Sodium 365mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges