Pasta with Shrimp and Carrots

This Pasta with Shrimp and Carrots features tender shrimp sautéed with sweet carrots in a light garlic sauce, served over al dente pasta. It's a vibrant and flavorful dish that's both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 150 grams
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Carrots (sliced thin) - 100 grams
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
3. Add the sliced carrots to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, and cook for 3-4 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. Stir in the cooked pasta and lemon juice, tossing everything together until well combined.
6. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 200 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health.
• Carrots provide a good source of vitamins and antioxidants.

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