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Zahtar Shrimp and Grape Kabobs

Zahtar Shrimp and Grape Kabobs Recipe

Zahtar is a Middle Eastern spice blend which is made with dried thyme, toasted sesame seeds, ground sumac, and salt. Zahtar is the type of spice blend that varies from family to family, and versions of it can be found in the international aisle of many grocery stores and supermarkets.

Grapes of all colors – red, green and black – are a natural source of beneficial antioxidants and other polyphenols. At just 90 calories per serving, they also contain no fat, no cholesterol and virtually no sodium. A grape-enriched diet helped protect against metabolic brain decline in Alzheimer's-related areas of the brain, according to research from the University of California-Los Angeles. You can find more healthy grape recipes at Grapes from California [1]. You can reduce the amount of sodium in this dish by 100mg per serving by cutting out the sea salt.


Nutritional Information Per Serving:


Calories: 190
Calories from fat: 53
Fat: 6 grams
Saturated Fat: 1 grams
Fiber: 1 grams
Sodium: 870 miligrams
Cholesterol: 180 miligrams
Protein: 20 grams
Carbohydrates: 12 grams


Source: Grapes from California