Thread: Mediterranean

Mediterranean Shrimp:
4 Servings

2 whole shallots, peeled (minced)
1 cloves garlic (1 tblsp. minced)
1 lb. uncooked de-veined shrimp.(or frozen)
1 chopped tomato (large)
1 tsp.oregano
4oz. crumpled feta cheese
2 tbls.chopped parsley.

Warm pan on med.heat. Spray w/PAM cooking spray, add 1 tblsp. water, add shallots and garlic - sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Add shrimp, sauté 2 minutes or just until they turn pink, add tomato and oregano, cook for 2 minutes.

Place on serving dish over bed of fresh baby spinach leaves and top with crumbled feta cheese and parsley
(or store for lunch).

Count: 10 Carbs, 28 Protein, Calories 210
Prep.Time: 30 min.

Mediterranean Chicken:
4 Servings

2 whole shallots, peeled (minced)
1 cloves garlic (1 tblsp. minced)
4ea. 6oz. fresh chicken breasts (no skin)
4 tblsp. Virgin olive oil
4 cups baby spinach leaves
1 teaspoon Mrs. Dash (original)
1/2 teaspoon oregeno
3 teaspoons authentic pesto
6oz. crumpled feta cheese

Lightly spray medium pan with PAM cooking spray. Add 1/4 cup water on medium heat, add chicken and sprinkle w/Mrs. Dash, steam for 30 minutes or until done. Drain pan and clean, store chicken on side in dish.

Next warm pan on med.heat add 2 tblsp. water and olive oil, add shallots and garlic - sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Add baby spinach and pesto and toss lightly, sauté for about 1 minute until just softened (do not make mushy). Slice each serving of chicken (for presentation).

Spoon spinach on individual serving plates top with sliced chicken
and top w/crumpled feta cheese and tiny sprinkle of oregano for flavor.


Count: 12 Carbs, 49 Protein, Calories 542
Prep.Time: 30 min.