Description
A lighter version of classic shrimp scampi, featuring fresh ingredients and reduced fat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
Instructions
- Cook whole wheat pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pour in white wine and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: shrimp scampi, lighter shrimp scampi, healthy shrimp scampi, pasta, seafood, quick dinner, italian