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A vibrant plate featuring tender green asparagus spears and succulent shrimp arranged atop thin, golden angel hair pasta. The dish is garnished with fresh herbs and a light drizzle of olive oil, with a backdrop of rustic wooden table and colorful ingredients conveying freshness and elegance.

Elegant Asparagus and Shrimp with Angel Hair Pasta

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A light and flavorful dish combining fresh asparagus, tender shrimp, and delicate angel hair pasta, perfect for a sophisticated yet easy meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces angel hair pasta
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the angel hair pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add asparagus to the skillet, cooking until tender yet crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in lemon juice and zest, then toss with cooked pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sprinkle with red pepper flakes or Parmesan cheese.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Saute, boil
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Healthy, low-fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 340 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg