Healthy Shrimp Scampi Recipe
A flavorful dish that brings shrimp, garlic, and light pasta together, making it a quick and delicious meal perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Add for some heat
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 pound angel hair pasta or zucchini noodles Zucchini noodles option for a lower-carb meal
Instructions
Cooking
- Boil water and cook 1/2 pound of angel hair pasta according to the package directions. If using zucchini noodles, spiralize the zucchini and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and, if preferred, 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Cook for about 30 seconds.
- Add 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink.
- Pour in 1/4 cup of dry white wine and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Stir and bring to a simmer. Add 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Drain the pasta (or pat the zucchini noodles dry) and toss everything together in the skillet. Serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can freeze them for up to 2 months. To reheat, place in the air fryer or oven at 350°F for about 5-10 minutes, keeping it crisp.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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