Easy Shrimp and Veggie Pasta Fresca

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Fresh veggies, shrimp and pasta make this one-dish meal a busy cook's dream! Neutral soybean oil lets the fresh flavors take center stage. Serve and enjoy, hot or cold!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons soybean oil (often labeled "vegetable oil")

  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped

  • 1 pound shrimp (30 to 35 per lb.), peeled and deveined

  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested

  • 1 (8 ounce) package farfalle or bow-tie pasta, cooked according to package directions

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • ¾ cup shelled edamame, thawed

  • 1 carrot, cut into matchstick-size pieces

  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares

  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon Italian parsley, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Heat soybean oil in large skillet over medium high heat.

  2. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. Add shrimp, lemon juice and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp is pink and cooked through.

  4. Add carrots, edamame, bell peppers and tomatoes. Cook, stirring frequently, until the carrots are tender.

  5. Add pasta, salt, pepper, cheese, parsley and lemon zest. Cook, tossing gently, until thoroughly heated.

  6. Top with Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

283 Calories
9g Fat
34g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 283
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 9%
Cholesterol 116mg 39%
Sodium 248mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 34g 12%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 48mg 53%
Calcium 74mg 6%
Iron 4mg 24%
Potassium 358mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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