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A vibrant plate featuring tender asparagus spears and succulent shrimp arranged on a bed of fine angel hair pasta, garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil, with a colorful backdrop of cherry tomatoes and lemon wedges, styled elegantly on a white plate with a rustic wooden table.

Perfect Asparagus and Shrimp with Angel Hair Pasta Delight

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A quick, healthy, and elegant recipe combining fresh asparagus, succulent shrimp, and delicate angel hair pasta, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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  • 200g angel hair pasta
  • 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  4. Incorporate asparagus and cook for another 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture, season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
  6. Serve the shrimp and asparagus over cooked pasta, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • For added flavor, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
  • You can substitute spaghetti with gluten-free noodles for dietary preferences.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Healthy, Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg