Shrimp with Penne and Squash

Shrimp with Penne and Squash

You can vary this shrimp and squash recipe to your own tastes. I always add onions to the garlic when frying and skip the minced green onions. I have used baby portobello mushrooms also.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
5

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
  • 3 cups thinly sliced zucchini
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ pound dried penne pasta
  • ½ cup minced fresh chives or green onions
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1
Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in yellow squash and zucchini; cook for 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook for 2 more minutes.

Step 2
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Strain and pour into a large bowl.

Step 3
Pour shrimp and sauce over penne, then sprinkle with chives and Parmesan. Stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

365
Calories
10g
Fat
43g
Carbs
28g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 5
Calories 365
% Daily Value *
Total Fat10g 12%
Saturated Fat2g 11%
Cholesterol142mg 47%
Sodium441mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate43g 16%
Dietary Fiber5g 17%
Total Sugars3g
Protein28g
Vitamin C33mg 163%
Calcium154mg 12%
Iron5mg 26%
Potassium726mg 15%

*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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