Pasta with Prawns

This healthy Greek pasta dish features succulent prawns tossed with whole grain pasta, fresh vegetables, and a light lemon-herb dressing. It's a delightful, nutritious meal that's both satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients

• Whole grain pasta - 150 grams
• Prawns (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the whole grain pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque.
4. Stir in the diced zucchini and halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with lemon juice, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together to combine well.
6. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from prawns, promoting heart health.
• Loaded with fiber and vitamins from whole grain pasta and vegetables.

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