NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz shrimp

1 oz whole grain penne pasta

0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic

1 cup fresh baby spinach

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tbsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Boil the whole grain pasta in salted water until al dente; reserve 0.25 cup of the pasta water before draining.

• 2

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sauté the shrimp with salt and pepper until they are pink and opaque.

• 3

  Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

• 4

  Reduce the heat to low, then whisk in the Greek yogurt, parmesan cheese, and the reserved pasta water to create a smooth, creamy sauce.

• 5

  Fold in the cooked pasta and fresh baby spinach, tossing gently until the spinach is wilted and the pasta is thoroughly coated.

• 6

  Finish the dish with a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving warm.