LIGHT & LEMONY SCAMPI

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A touch more lemon helped me trim the calories in our favorite shrimp scampi recipe. For those who want to indulge, pass around the Parmesan. -Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound uncooked shrimp (26-30 per pound)
8 ounces uncooked multigrain angel hair pasta
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 green onions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Peel and devein shrimp, removing tails. Cut each shrimp lengthwise in half. Cook pasta according to package directions. , In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, green onions and garlic; cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, 2-3 minutes. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon., Add broth, lemon zest, lemon juice, pepper, salt and red pepper flakes to same pan. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is slightly reduced, about 1 minute. Return shrimp to pan; heat through. Remove from heat., Drain pasta; divide among 4 bowls. Top with shrimp mixture; sprinkle with parsley. If desired, serve with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 405mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

KWAWU BRIGHT
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The shrimp are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Tytianna Reed
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The shrimp were tender and juicy, and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Believe Okonibi
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I love scampi and this recipe did not disappoint! The sauce was light and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over pasta and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Clara
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This was my first time making scampi and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Erin Walker
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The sauce was a bit runny, but the shrimp were cooked perfectly. Overall, it was a good recipe.


Antonio Walker
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This recipe was a bit too tangy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think I would use less lemon next time.


Gray Sykes
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The shrimp were succulent and the sauce was light and lemony. I served it with rice and it was a perfect meal.


Murdykishmel
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again!


Rochelle Reliford
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the bright and tangy sauce, and the shrimp were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


ELtigani Hassan
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This scampi recipe was a delight! The lemon and white wine sauce was light and flavorful, and the shrimp were cooked perfectly. I served it over angel hair pasta and it was a hit with my family.