Italian Shrimp Stir-Fry

Health score
11%
Italian Shrimp Stir-Fry
15 min.
5
378kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner with a delightful Italian twist? Our Italian Shrimp Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Italy right to your table in just 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights or a leisurely weekend meal, this recipe serves five and is packed with fresh ingredients that not only tantalize your taste buds but also nourish your body.

Imagine succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, combined with crisp broccoli and tender summer squash, all tossed together with a zesty reduced-calorie Italian dressing. The addition of cherry tomatoes and olives adds a burst of color and flavor, while fresh basil brings a fragrant aroma that will have everyone asking for seconds. And let’s not forget the linguine, which serves as the perfect base to soak up all those delicious flavors.

With a balanced caloric breakdown, this dish is not only satisfying but also a healthy choice for those looking to enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining friends, this Italian Shrimp Stir-Fry is sure to impress. So grab your frying pan and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • ounces pasta uncooked
  • 0.8 cup salad dressing italian reduced-calorie
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.8 pound shrimp fresh thawed deveined uncooked peeled ()
  • cups cauliflower florets 
  • 1.5 cups to 3 sized squashes yellow
  • tablespoons water 
  •  cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 12 extra large olives pitted ripe cut in half
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh chopped
  • serving parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook and drain linguine as directed on package; keep warm.
  2. Mix dressing, lemon peel and garlic; set aside.
  3. Spray 12-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.
  4. Add shrimp; stir-fry about 2 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm.
  5. Remove shrimp from skillet.
  6. Spray skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat.
  7. Add broccoli and squash; stir-fry 1 minute.
  8. Add water. Cover and simmer about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp-tender (add water if necessary to prevent sticking).
  9. Stir in dressing mixture; cook 30 seconds. Stir in tomatoes, olives, basil, shrimp and linguine; stir-fry until hot.
  10. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories378kcal
Protein24.69%
Fat28.02%
Carbs47.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.2
Glycemic Load
14.61
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.084782676204%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:378.46kcal
18.92%
Fat:11.9g
18.3%
Saturated Fat:2.46g
15.37%
Carbohydrates:45.18g
15.06%
Net Carbohydrates:41.53g
15.1%
Sugar:7.69g
8.54%
Cholesterol:114.76mg
38.25%
Sodium:710.84mg
30.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.59g
47.18%
Vitamin C:42.58mg
51.61%
Selenium:32.39µg
46.27%
Vitamin K:36.11µg
34.39%
Manganese:0.68mg
33.96%
Phosphorus:325.44mg
32.54%
Copper:0.49mg
24.52%
Potassium:664.69mg
18.99%
Magnesium:71.35mg
17.84%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.29%
Fiber:3.65g
14.61%
Zinc:2.17mg
14.47%
Folate:57.33µg
14.33%
Calcium:143.33mg
14.33%
Vitamin E:1.47mg
9.81%
Iron:1.74mg
9.66%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.36%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.46%
Vitamin B3:1.48mg
7.42%
Vitamin A:366.89IU
7.34%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.2%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%