Name: Shrimp Scampi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Ingredients: 3 oz dry whole-wheat pasta; 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided use; 8 oz medium shrimp, peeled, deveined; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 1 Tbsp. yellow bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 Tbsp. red bell pepper, finely chopped; 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice; ¼ cup low-sodium, organic vegetable broth; 2 Tbsp. white wine; Ground black pepper (to taste; optional); Crushed red pepper (to taste; optional); 3 fresh parsley sprigs, finely chopped; 2 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped

Try this healthier version of classic shrimp scampi. It’s the perfect quick and easy recipe when you’re short on time.

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Shrimp Scampi

Course dinner

Cuisine Seafood

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 12 mins

Total Time 22 mins

Servings 2 servings

Calories 413 kcal

Ingredients

3 oz dry whole-wheat pasta
2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided use
8 oz medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 Tbsp. yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. red bell pepper, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
¼ cup low-sodium, organic vegetable broth
2 Tbsp. white wine
Ground black pepper (to taste; optional)
Crushed red pepper (to taste; optional)
3 fresh parsley sprigs, finely chopped
2 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped

Instructions

Bring large pot of water to boil for pasta.
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Set aside.
While pasta is cooking, heat 1 Tbsp. oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add shrimp and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes, or until shrimp is opaque and firm. Remove shrimp from pan. Set aside.
Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers; cook, stirring frequently, for 3 to 4 minutes or until soft.
Add lemon juice, broth, wine, black pepper, and red pepper; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add shrimp, parsley, and basil; cook until heated through.
Divide pasta between 2 plates; top evenly with shrimp mixture.