Shrimp Scampi with Whole Wheat Linguine

Name: Shrimp Scampi with Whole Wheat Linguine
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 ounce whole wheat linguine; 2 tablespoon olive oil; 1.5 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined); 4 clove garlic (minced); 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 0.5 cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoon lemon juice; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cup fresh spinach; 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)

A light yet flavorful pasta dish featuring plump shrimp in a garlic, lemon, and white wine sauce, served over fiber-rich whole wheat linguine.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 5
Cuisine: Italian
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $3.93/serving

Dietary

High-Fiber
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Low-Sugar
High-Protein

Ingredients

12 ounce whole wheat linguine
2 tablespoon olive oil
1.5 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
4 clove garlic (minced)
0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
0.5 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoon lemon juice
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 cup fresh spinach
0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces whole wheat linguine and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 1/2 pounds raw shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
To the same skillet, add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add 2 cups fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1 minute.
Return the cooked shrimp and linguine to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to create a light sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

You can substitute chicken broth for white wine if you prefer. This dish is best served immediately as shrimp can overcook when reheated.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 450
Protein: 40.5 g
Carbohydrates: 44.1 g
Fat: 13.5 g
Fiber: 9.5 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Saturated Fat: 2.2 g
Sugar: 3 g
Cholesterol: 235 mg