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garlic shrimp linguine

GARLIC SHRIMP LINGUINE RECIPE

Calories278 kcal
Carbohydrates25.2 g
Fat9.3 g
Protein24.1 g
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 8 oz whole wheat linguine pasta - (uncooked)
  • 1 lb uncooked shrimp - (tail off)
  • 4-6 garlic cloves - (minced)
  • ¼ cup shallots - (chopped)
  • ⅓ cup fresh basil - (finely chopped)
  • 3 oz sun dried tomatoes - (NOT in oil)
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp light butter
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp crushed red chili peppers
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a medium sized skillet over medium high heat. Add in shallots and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  • Add in shrimp and sun dried tomatoes and sauté until shrimp is pink and entirely cooked through.
  • Turn heat to medium low, stir in butter, basil, lemon juice, crushed red chili peppers and salt & pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Arrange pasta noodles onto 6 serving plates, and top each with 1/6th of the shrimp mixture (about 1/2 cup). Garnish with a pinch of fresh parsley, if desired.

Notes

The entire recipe makes 6 servings
The serving size is about 1 cup

Nutrition

Calories: 278 kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 25.2 g (8%)Protein: 24.1 g (48%)Fat: 9.3 g (14%)Saturated Fat: 3.6 g (23%)Cholesterol: 192 mg (64%)Sodium: 362 mg (16%)Potassium: 396 mg (11%)Fiber: 3.6 g (15%)Sugar: 1.4 g (2%)Calcium: 80 mg (8%)Iron: 2 mg (11%)