Skinny Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Health score
15%
Skinny Garlic Shrimp Pasta
30 min.
6
312kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Skinny Garlic Shrimp Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and health. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a leisurely weekend lunch. With only 312 calories per serving, you can enjoy a satisfying meal without the guilt.

This vibrant dish features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, infused with the aromatic essence of garlic and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. The addition of fresh baby spinach and halved cherry tomatoes not only enhances the flavor but also adds a burst of color and nutrition, making it a feast for the eyes as well as the palate.

The multigrain angel hair pasta serves as a light and wholesome base, allowing the rich flavors of the shrimp and vegetables to shine through. Tossed together with a splash of dry white wine or chicken broth, this dish is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more.

Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this Skinny Garlic Shrimp Pasta is sure to impress family and friends alike. So grab your frying pan and saucepan, and let’s create a meal that’s not only delicious but also nourishing. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • oz angel hair pasta uncooked (capellini)
  • cups baby spinach fresh
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 lb shrimp fresh deveined peeled
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth dry white reduced-sodium (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.3 cup chicken broth reduced-sodium (from 32-oz carton)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoons butter 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. In 5-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, cook pasta as directed on package.
  2. Drain; return to saucepan. Stir in spinach, tomatoes and 2 teaspoons of the oil. Cover to keep warm.
  3. While pasta is cooking, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add onion; cook and stir 1 minute.
  5. Add shrimp, garlic and pepper flakes; cook and stir 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in wine, broth, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm.
  7. Remove from heat; stir in parsley and butter until butter is melted.
  8. Add shrimp mixture to pasta mixture in saucepan; toss to mix.

Nutrition Facts

Calories312kcal
Protein37.6%
Fat20.81%
Carbs41.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.83
Glycemic Load
11.88
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.194348039834%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
1.4mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
3.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:312.42kcal
15.62%
Fat:7.28g
11.2%
Saturated Fat:2.98g
18.61%
Carbohydrates:32.74g
10.91%
Net Carbohydrates:30.46g
11.08%
Sugar:2.67g
2.96%
Cholesterol:192.6mg
64.2%
Sodium:296.18mg
12.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:29.59g
59.19%
Vitamin K:132.25µg
125.95%
Vitamin A:2367.99IU
47.36%
Phosphorus:351.95mg
35.2%
Selenium:24.62µg
35.18%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.75%
Copper:0.64mg
31.79%
Vitamin C:18.23mg
22.09%
Magnesium:82.17mg
20.54%
Potassium:641.74mg
18.34%
Zinc:2.31mg
15.4%
Folate:56.24µg
14.06%
Iron:2.15mg
11.93%
Calcium:115.79mg
11.58%
Fiber:2.27g
9.1%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.17%
Vitamin E:1.1mg
7.36%
Vitamin B3:1.45mg
7.27%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.13%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.96%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.64%