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Asparagus Shrimp Angel Hair Pasta


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  • Author: James Carter
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Tender shrimp, crisp asparagus, and delicate angel hair pasta tossed in a bright lemon-herb sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound angel hair pasta
  • 1½ pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1½ pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 6 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for pasta water
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil for pasta.
  2. 2. Pat shrimp dry and season with salt and pepper.
  3. 3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook shrimp 1-2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
  4. 4. Add 2 tablespoons butter and asparagus to same skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  5. 5. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. 6. Pour in wine and simmer 1-2 minutes to reduce.
  7. 7. Cook angel hair pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  8. 8. Add pasta to skillet with asparagus. Toss with pasta water as needed.
  9. 9. Return shrimp to skillet with lemon juice, zest, and remaining butter.
  10. 10. Remove from heat and add herbs and Parmesan. Toss and serve immediately.

Notes

Best served immediately while hot. Store leftovers up to 3 days refrigerated.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéed
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g