Grilled Tropical Shrimp Skewers with Nectarines & Pineapple Glaze

INGREDIENTS

1/4 cup barbecue sauce 2 tablespoons pineapple juice or orange juice 10 ounces medium shrimp in shells 2 medium firm nectarines 1 yellow onion, cut into 8 wedges, or 6 green onions, cut into 2-inch lengths

PREPARATION:

1. Stir together barbecue sauce and pineapple juice. Set aside.
2. Peel and devein shrimp. Cut each nectarine into 6 wedges. Thread shrimp, nectarines and onion wedges onto 4 long metal skewers.
3. Spray grill grid with nonstick cooking spray. Prepare grill for direct grilling. Grill skewers over medium coals 4 to 5 minutes or until shrimp are opaque, turning once and brushing frequently with barbecue sauce.

Tip Although shrimp are high in cholesterol, they are naturally low in total fat and saturated fat, making them a good choice for healthy eating. This recipe appears in: Island NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION: Fiber 3 g Carbohydrate 30 g Cholesterol 217 mg Saturated Fat <1 g Total Fat 2 g Calories from Fat 7 % Calories 232 Protein 25 g Sodium 712 mg DIETARY EXCHANGE: Meat 2-1/2 Fruit 1-1/2