Shrimp linguine

This shrimp scampi linguine has a dash of red pepper to add a bit of extra heat to this classic dinner entrée.

Health Benefits

This entire dish is low in fat, and sodium. There is less inclusion of salt or any other salty ingredients in the shrimp linguine. Majority of the products used here are completely organic and healthy. They can help you maintain your weight, if not reduce it.

The garlic here has been added in generous amounts. Garlic is an herb known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It is known to keep skin in good condition, free of any zits or acne. It does so by purifying the blood on the inside to give you good skin on the outside. Not only that, garlic has been known to provide protection from any looming heart diseases as well.

Shrimp is a zero calorie food which makes it perfect for those who want to tone up or lose weight, and are looking for a way to eliminate carbs. Shrimp is packed with protein and is also the host of several minerals such as iron, calcium, sodium, zinc, vitamin A, vitamin E, etc.

Calories per serving: 527

Total fat: 6 g

Total Carbohydrate: 85 g

Protein: 95 g

Ingredients

ounces of linguine: 8

tbsp extra virgin olive oil: 3

tbsp unsalted butter: 6

cup chopped parsley: 1/4

tsp zest of lemon: 2

tsp salt: 3/4

garlic cloves, minced: 6

tbsp fresh lemon juice: 1

tsp dried crushed red pepper: 3/4

large shrimp, peeled and deveined: 1 lb

How To Make Shrimp linguine

1. Cook the linguine in salted boiling water till it softens. Drain the water and keep it aside as you make the rest of the dish.
2. Over medium-high flame, heat a tablespoon of oil in a large nonstick skillet. To the hot oil add half a shrimp and cook it for 1 minute till it becomes opaque.
3. Once the shrimps change color, transfer them to a plate and cover them to keep their warmth. Repeat the first step with the remaining shrimps.
4. Over medium heat melt 6 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet you cooked the shrimps in. Add a tablespoon of oil, garlic, and red pepper. Sauté it for 3 minutes till you see the light golden color on the garlic.
5. Add the cooked shrimp, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and juice to the mix. Add the pasta and cook the entire mixture for a minute while you constantly toss it.
6. Serve it hot.

Trivia

Did you know that shrimp, one of the main ingredients of this dish, tend to have 10 legs and are born male but then become female as they mature.