NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

8 oz shrimp

1.5 oz whole grain penne pasta

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup red bell pepper

0.25 cup yellow onion

0.25 cup tomato puree

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tsp lemon juice

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole grain penne according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

• 3

  Add the sliced bell peppers and diced onion to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

• 4

  Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 5

  Add the shrimp to the skillet and season with Cajun seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 6

  Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.

• 7

  Pour in the tomato puree and a splash of pasta water, stirring to coat the shrimp and vegetables in the sauce.

• 8

  Drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet, tossing everything together to combine.

• 9

  Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a garnish of chopped parsley before serving.