NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

7 oz Shrimp

1.5 oz Whole wheat spaghetti

1 cup Asparagus

0.5 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil

2 cloves Garlic

1 tbsp Lemon juice

0.25 tsp Sea salt

0.25 tsp Black pepper

0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes

1 tbsp Fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat spaghetti 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 trimmed asparagus pieces to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

• 4

  Push the asparagus to the side of the pan and add the shrimp and minced garlic; cook for 2 minutes per side until the shrimp is pink and opaque.

• 5

  Drain the pasta, reserving 2 tablespoons of the pasta water, and add both the pasta and water to the skillet.

• 6

  Stir in the lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, tossing all ingredients together to coat thoroughly.

• 7

  Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving immediately.