Description

Indulge in the delicious flavors of this Shrimp Scampi with Whole Wheat Pasta. A delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp, garlic, lemon, and parsley, all tossed with whole wheat spaghetti for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Whole Wheat Spaghetti:

12 ounces,

Large Shrimp (peeled and deveined):

1 pound,

Olive Oil:

3 tablespoons,

Unsalted Butter:

4 tablespoons,

Garlic (minced):

5 cloves,

Red Pepper Flakes:

1/4 teaspoon,

Dry White Wine or Chicken Broth:

1/2 cup,

Lemon (zest and juice):

Fresh Parsley (chopped):

1/4 cup,

Salt and Pepper:

to taste,

Grated Parmesan Cheese:

for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Cook the Whole Wheat Spaghetti: Prepare according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Prepare the Shrimp: In a skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes, then cook shrimp until pink. Set shrimp aside.
Create the Sauce: Deglaze the pan with white wine or broth, lemon zest, and juice. Add remaining butter and return shrimp to the skillet.
Combine and Serve: Toss in cooked pasta, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Season and garnish with parsley. Serve with Parmesan if desired.

Notes

For extra flavor, briefly marinate shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice.
Whole wheat pasta can be substituted with gluten-free or regular pasta.
Adjust red pepper flakes to taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 430 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 7 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 28 g
Cholesterol: 145 mg