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Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp

Pantry and freezer staples come to the rescue for this quick and healthy meal prep idea, Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Shrimp
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 632kcal
Author: Meal Prep Mondays

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces angel hair pasta
  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon lime freshly squeezed
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ⅓ cup parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside*.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute.
  • Add the shrimp and salt and pepper, and cook until heated through, about 2 to 4 minutes. It should look pink and opaque, not grey and translucent.
  • Take off the heat and stir in the red pepper flakes, along with the lime juice. Add more salt and pepper, to taste. Add the pasta to the skillet, and stir in the chopped parsley. Toss to coat, and dinner is served!

Nutrition

Serving: 1meal | Calories: 632kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 213mg | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 621mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 847IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 3mg
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