Easy Shrimp Pasta

Servings: 6 | Prep: 5 min | Cook Time: 15 min

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb. shrimp, tails removed

• 12 oz. uncooked protein pasta

• 3 tbsp. olive oil

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes


• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

• 1 tbsp. lemon zest

• 1/2 cup white wine

• 1/2 cup parsley, chopped

• 1 tbsp. lemon juice

• Pepper

This Easy Shrimp Pasta is what it says, easy! But also, delicious and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner meal.

DIRECTIONS

1. Cook pasta according to directions. Drain and set aside. While the pasta is cooking make the sauce. 


2. Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
Add the garlic and chili flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes.

3. Add the shrimp and cook, flipping once, until pink and cooked through, about 3 minutes.

4. Add the white wine and cook until it has reduced by half. Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, and pepper. 


5. Top with Parmesan cheese (optional). Enjoy!

NUTRITION: 1 serving Calories: 367kcal | Fat: 10g | Carbohydrates: 41g | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Protein: 29g

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