Heart-Healthy Shrimp Scampi

Elevate your dinner game with this Heart-Healthy Shrimp Scampi, a guilt-free twist on the beloved classic. By swapping traditional pasta for nutrient-packed whole grain pasta and using heart-smart olive oil alongside low-sodium chicken broth, this recipe delivers all the flavor you crave without compromising on health. Succulent jumbo shrimp are sautéed with fragrant garlic, zesty lemon, and a hint of red pepper flakes, creating a light and vibrant sauce that beautifully coats every strand of pasta. Finished with a touch of unsalted butter and a sprinkling of fresh parsley, this quick and easy dish comes together in just 35 minutes for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this shrimp scampi is proof that eating heart-healthy never has to be boring!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces Whole grain pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 Lemon, juiced and zested
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Parsley, chopped
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the whole grain pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and are cooked through.

Step 5

Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the low-sodium chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and unsalted butter. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta, stirring to coat it with the sauce.

Step 8

Return the shrimp to the skillet, add the red pepper flakes, and toss gently to incorporate everything.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the shrimp scampi and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Serve immediately with an extra sprinkle of parsley or lemon wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	981.3 grams (981.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1157

Total Fat 44.80g	57%
Saturated Fat 12.40g	62%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 888mg	296%
Sodium 2948mg	128%
Total Carbohydrate 76.70g	28%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 5.20g
Protein 125.70g	251%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 540mg	42%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 2285mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 41.5%

Carbs: 25.3%