Name: Garlicky Pasta with Grilled Shrimp & Asparagus
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 pound penne, preferably whole-wheat; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 0.5 cup heavy cream; 2 tablespoons lemon juice, or more to taste; 0.5 teaspoon salt, divided; 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper, divided; 0.333 cup grated Romano cheese; 1 pound large shrimp (21-30 count), peeled and deveined; 12 ounces asparagus, trimmed; Cooking spray

Garlicky Pasta with Grilled Shrimp & Asparagus

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This grilled garlic-shrimp pasta with asparagus is a great way to have a fancy dinner on the table in minutes, and it's perfect for any night of the week.

Andrea Mathis, M.A., RDN, LD

Published on September 10, 2021

Grilled Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Asparagus — Photo: Andrea Mathis

Active Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Egg Free Healthy Pregnancy High-Protein Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

1 pound penne, preferably whole-wheat
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons lemon juice, or more to taste
½ teaspoon salt, divided
½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
⅓ cup grated Romano cheese
1 pound large shrimp (21-30 count), peeled and deveined
12 ounces asparagus, trimmed
Cooking spray

Directions

Preheat grill to medium.
Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Cook penne according to package directions. Drain.
Meanwhile, heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add broth, cream, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir in cheese and the penne.
Meanwhile, lightly coat shrimp and asparagus with cooking spray and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Grill, turning once, until the shrimp are opaque and the asparagus is tender, 4 to 6 minutes.
When cool enough to handle, chop asparagus and stir into the pasta. Serve topped with the grilled shrimp.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

482	Calories
16g	Fat
60g	Carbs
30g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 1/2 cups
Calories 482
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 60g	22%
Dietary Fiber 8g	29%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 30g	60%
Total Fat 16g	21%
Saturated Fat 9g	45%
Cholesterol 158mg	53%
Vitamin A 920IU	18%
Sodium 415mg	18%
Potassium 728mg	15%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.