Pasta con Scampi e Aglio

Pasta con Scampi e Aglio is a delightful Italian breakfast dish featuring tender scampi sautéed in garlic-infused olive oil, tossed with al dente pasta. This dish is not only rich in flavor but also offers a satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 200 grams
• Scampi (peeled and deveined) - 200 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Add the scampi to the skillet, cooking until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
5. Drain the cooked spaghetti and add it directly to the skillet with the scampi.
6. Toss the pasta and scampi together, adding the lemon juice and chopped parsley, mixing well to combine.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from scampi, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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