Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta

Health score
17%
Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta
45 min.
4
442kcal

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If you're looking to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful dish that captures the essence of the Mediterranean, look no further than this exquisite Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta. This vibrant recipe not only comes together in just 45 minutes but also serves as a perfect centerpiece for lunch or dinner. Imagine succulent shrimp mingling with the rich flavors of fresh basil, briny kalamata olives, and zesty capers, all harmonizing beautifully over a bed of tender angel hair pasta.

What's more, this dish is a nutritional powerhouse. With each serving packing in around 442 calories, it offers a delicious balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. You can indulge in a satisfying meal without the guilt. The combination of fresh ingredients—plum tomatoes, aromatic minced garlic, and creamy feta cheese—brings a burst of Mediterranean sunshine to your table, making it a delight for both your palate and your well-being.

Whether you're charming guests at a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a comforting meal at home, this Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta is sure to impress. It's not just about the food; it's about the experience. Bring a touch of the coast to your kitchen, and savor the flavors of the Mediterranean with every delicious bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons capers drained
  • cups angel hair pasta hot cooked uncooked ( 8 ounces pasta)
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh thinly sliced
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives pitted chopped
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • cups plum tomatoes chopped
  • pound shrimp deveined peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic; saut 30 seconds.
  3. Add shrimp; saut 1 minute.
  4. Add tomato and basil; reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes or until tomato is tender. Stir in kalamata olives, capers, and black pepper.
  5. Combine shrimp mixture and pasta in a large bowl; toss well. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories442kcal
Protein31.89%
Fat18.48%
Carbs49.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.38
Glycemic Load
23.72
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.334347916686%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.8mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
5.36mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
7.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:441.9kcal
22.1%
Fat:9.1g
14.01%
Saturated Fat:2.83g
17.67%
Carbohydrates:55g
18.33%
Net Carbohydrates:50.16g
18.24%
Sugar:4.09g
4.55%
Cholesterol:195.19mg
65.06%
Sodium:590.67mg
25.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.35g
70.7%
Selenium:44.08µg
62.97%
Phosphorus:414.36mg
41.44%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.24%
Copper:0.72mg
35.78%
Vitamin A:1174.88IU
23.5%
Magnesium:87.85mg
21.96%
Vitamin C:17.12mg
20.75%
Zinc:2.98mg
19.87%
Fiber:4.84g
19.36%
Potassium:676.26mg
19.32%
Iron:3.24mg
17.98%
Calcium:178.7mg
17.87%
Vitamin K:18.4µg
17.52%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.88%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.76%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.17%
Folate:35.65µg
8.91%
Vitamin B3:1.55mg
7.76%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.92%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.36%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.99%
Source:My Recipes