Farfalle and Shrimp

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Farfalle and Shrimp
45 min.
4
301kcal

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Craving a quick, light, and flavorful meal that's ready in under an hour? Look no further than this delightful Farfalle and Shrimp recipe! It's a vibrant dish that's perfect as an antipasto, a starter to whet your appetite, a satisfying snack, or even a complete light meal. We're talking tender farfalle pasta, also known as those cute little bow-tie shapes we all adore, bathed in a bright and tangy tomato-based sauce.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity. We're keeping things fresh and clean with a focus on a handful of key ingredients. The diced tomatoes, capers, and thyme create a beautiful Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile that's both savory and slightly piquant. A splash of vermouth or white wine adds a touch of elegance and complexity to the sauce. The shrimp cooks quickly to tender perfection in this aromatic broth, infusing every bite with its delicate sweetness.

And the best part? This recipe is both vegetarian-adaptable (just skip the shrimp!) and dairy-free, making it a great option for diverse dietary needs and preferences. With only 301 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. It’s a dish that’s light enough to enjoy on a warm day, yet satisfying enough to quell your hunger. Imagine twirling those bow-tie noodles, savory shrimp, and fragrant tomato sauce around your fork. Get ready to enjoy a truly satisfying and flavorful meal!

Ingredients

  • 14.5 oz canned tomatoes diced canned
  • tablespoons capers drained
  • teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • ounces farfalle pasta dried (also called bow-tie or butterfly)
  • 0.3 cup fat-skimmed chicken broth 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • oz onion chopped
  • tablespoons parsley chopped
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • 0.3 cup vermouth dry white dry

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a 5- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring 3 quarts water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta and stir occasionally until barely tender to bite, 9 to 12 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in a 10- to 12-inch frying pan over high heat, stir onion in oil until limp, 3 to 5 minutes.
  4. Add tomatoes and juice, vermouth, broth, capers, and thyme. Bring to a boil and cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until barely opaque but still moist-looking in thickest part (cut to test), 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Drain pasta and return to 5- to 6-quart pan. Stir in shrimp mixture, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. (If pasta has cooled, stir over medium heat until hot.)
  7. Pour into a wide serving bowl or distribute evenly among plates.

Nutrition Facts

Calories301kcal
Protein12.62%
Fat14.46%
Carbs72.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29
Glycemic Load
18.3
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
14.725217357926%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
6.48mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
2.84mg
Kaempferol
5.68mg
Myricetin
0.5mg
Quercetin
18.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:301.29kcal
15.06%
Fat:4.66g
7.16%
Saturated Fat:0.7g
4.39%
Carbohydrates:52.84g
17.61%
Net Carbohydrates:48.71g
17.71%
Sugar:6.63g
7.37%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:537.43mg
23.37%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.98%
100%
Protein:9.14g
18.28%
Vitamin K:59.92µg
57.07%
Selenium:36.72µg
52.46%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.29%
Vitamin C:18.04mg
21.87%
Fiber:4.13g
16.5%
Phosphorus:151.45mg
15.15%
Copper:0.28mg
14.15%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.01%
Iron:2.52mg
13.98%
Magnesium:52.59mg
13.15%
Potassium:442.63mg
12.65%
Vitamin B3:1.97mg
9.83%
Vitamin E:1.35mg
9.02%
Folate:35.75µg
8.94%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.68%
Vitamin A:389.11IU
7.78%
Zinc:1.13mg
7.52%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.2%
Calcium:69.98mg
7%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.8%
Source:My Recipes