Asparagus and Shrimp with Angel Hair
Asparagus and Shrimp with Angel Hair is a delightful, quick-cooking dish that brings the flavors of the ocean to your table. Featuring succulent shrimp, crisp asparagus, and delicate angel hair pasta, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can create an impressive meal that’s both visually stunning and satisfying. Enjoy this vibrant dish that promises to be a hit with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup asparagus (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the angel hair pasta in salted boiling water for 3-4 minutes until al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper, cooking until pink (about 2-3 minutes per side).
- Stir in chopped asparagus and chicken broth; cook until asparagus is tender-crisp (about 5 minutes).
- Combine cooked pasta with shrimp, asparagus, and lemon juice; add reserved pasta water if necessary for moisture.
- Serve garnished with parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg