Spicy Shrimp Linguine with Asparagus Recipe

Spicy Shrimp Linguine with Asparagus

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Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 jalapeño, sliced
2 small leeks, tops removed, thinly sliced
4 cups water
12 oz whole-wheat linguine pasta
12 oz frozen peeled & deveined shrimp
2 cups chopped asparagus
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Preparation

1. In a large, deep skillet, heat oil over medium. Add garlic, pepper flakes, jalapeño & leeks. Sauté 4-5 minutes or until softened, stirring throughout.

2. Add water & pasta to skillet. Increase heat to medium-high. Cover & cook 12-14 minutes or until pasta is al dente & liquid has thickened slightly, stirring occasionally.

3. Add shrimp & asparagus to skillet. Cover & cook 4-5 minutes or until shrimp are cooked & asparagus is crisp-tender. Remove from heat & stir in lemon juice.

4. To serve, top with parsley & cheese.

Tips

Swap water for unsalted vegetable broth for added flavor.

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Nutrition Facts

6 servings per recipe
Serving size	(366g)

Amount per serving
Calories

310

% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	8%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 75mg	25%
Sodium 400mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 7g	25%
Total Sugars 4g
Includes 0g Added Sugars	0%
Protein 19g
Vitamin D 0mcg	0%
Calcium 129mg	10%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 497mg	10%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.