After Exercise Drill, it’s time for Grill – Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers (Zone Diet)

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Whoever said that we need to give up on taste to get slim didn’t know about the Zone Diet and its plethora of dishes. Just like this, Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers Recipe for Zone diet, which includes shrimp, bell pepper, and zucchini that are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. The skewers are then grilled until the shrimp is cooked through.

Here’s a simple recipe for a Zone diet-approved meal with shrimp:

Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers

Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers (Zone Diet)

This recipe is for Grilled Shrimp and Vegetable Skewers that are suitable for the Zone diet. The recipe includes shrimp, bell pepper, and zucchini that are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. The skewers are then grilled until the shrimp is cooked through.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Griller
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound of raw shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into chunks
  • 1 yellow bell pepper cut into chunks
  • 1 zucchini cut into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
  • Thread the shrimp, bell pepper, and zucchini onto skewers.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Brush the skewers with the marinade mixture.
  • Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

The nutrition information for this recipe will depend on the specific quantities of ingredients used. However, generally, shrimp is low in fat and calories and high in protein, while bell peppers and zucchini are low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals. The olive oil used in the marinade adds healthy monounsaturated fats to the dish.
Keyword grilled, kebab, shrimp, skewers

Number of Zone Blocks: To calculate the number of Zone blocks in this dish, we need to know the specific amounts of each ingredient used. As a general guide, 1 block of protein on the Zone diet is equivalent to 7 grams of protein, 1 block of carbohydrate is equivalent to 9 grams of carbohydrate, and 1 block of fat is equivalent to 1.5 grams of fat.

Assuming that this recipe makes 4 skewers, each skewer may contain approximately:

  • Shrimp (3 oz) – 3 blocks of protein
  • Red bell pepper (1/2 cup) – 1/2 block of carbohydrate
  • Yellow bell pepper (1/2 cup) – 1/2 block of carbohydrate
  • Zucchini (1/2 cup) – 1/2 block of carbohydrate
  • Olive oil (1/4 tablespoon) – 1/2 block of fat

Therefore, each skewer may contain approximately 5 blocks (3 blocks of protein, 1.5 blocks of carbohydrate, and 0.5 blocks of fat).

here is a general overview of the nutrition information for this recipe:

  • Calories: A serving of shrimp and vegetable skewers (about 4 skewers) is approximately 200-250 calories, depending on the size of the skewers and the amount of olive oil used in the marinade.
  • Protein: Shrimp is an excellent source of protein, with each 3-ounce serving containing about 18 grams of protein. This recipe includes about 12 ounces of shrimp, which means it provides about 72 grams of protein in total.
  • Carbohydrates: Bell peppers and zucchini are low-carbohydrate vegetables, so the overall carbohydrate content of this recipe is relatively low. A serving of this recipe (about 4 skewers) may contain around 15-20 grams of carbohydrates.
  • Vitamins and Minerals: Bell peppers and zucchini are both rich in vitamins and minerals. For example, bell peppers are an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium, while zucchini is a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and vitamin B6. Shrimp is also a good source of several vitamins and minerals, including vitamin B12, phosphorus, and selenium.

Overall, this recipe is a nutritious and balanced meal that provides a good amount of protein, healthy fats, and a variety of vitamins and minerals.

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