Pasta with Shrimp

This high-protein Lebanese pasta dish features succulent shrimp tossed in a fragrant garlic-lemon sauce, served atop al dente pasta for a deliciously satisfying meal. It's a perfect blend of Mediterranean flavors that will transport you to the shores of Lebanon with every bite.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 200 grams
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 4 cloves
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon
• Water - 1 liter

Steps

1. Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and the pasta, cooking according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, allowing the flavors to meld for another minute.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the shrimp.
7. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 220 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from shrimp, beneficial for heart health.

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