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Angel Hair with Shrimp and Asparagus

Angel Hair with Shrimp and Asparagus is a quick and easy pasta dish made with fresh tomatoes and asparagus in a light tomato broth.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 434 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch asparagus (tough ends removed, quartered)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6-8 ripe plum tomatoes (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
  • 16 oz large shrimp (peeled and de-veined)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 oz white wine
  • kosher salt and fresh pepper (to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp herbs de provence (or you can use your favorite herbs)
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (gives it a little kick)
  • 8 oz angel hair pasta (wheat or gluten-free)

Instructions

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  1. Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet on high heat.
  2. When skillet is hot, spray with oil and add shrimp.
  3. Cook shrimp about 1 to 2 minutes in each side until ALMOST cooked through and remove from the pan. Set aside.
  4. Reduce skillet heat to medium, add olive oil and garlic and sauté until golden, careful not to burn, about 1 minute.
  5. Add tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Simmer until tender, about 4 minutes.
  6. Add the white wine and broth and stir, cook 1 minute then add the asparagus, salt, pepper and herbs.
  7. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes on medium low heat, until the vegetables are tender.
  8. While sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta al dente. Drain when done.
  9. After sauce simmers 10 minutes, return shrimp to sauce and finish cooking, about 1 minute (Do not overcook or shrimp will get tough).
  10. Add pasta to the sauce and toss well.
  11. Divide equally in 4 bowls and top with a good grated cheese.

Nutrition Information

Serving 11/2 cups Calories 434kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 35g (70%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1.5g (8%) Cholesterol 167mg (56%) Sodium 163.5mg (7%) Fiber 8.5g (34%) Sugar 10g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 434

% Daily Value*

Serving 11/2 cups
Calories 434kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 35g 70%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1.5g 8%
Cholesterol 167mg 56%
Sodium 163.5mg 7%
Fiber 8.5g 34%
Sugar 10g 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.