Kale and Asparagus Shrimp Scampi
Buttery shrimp scampi pasta is lightened up with olive oil, veggies and tangy lemon for a healthy dinner any night of the week.
Kale and Asparagus Shrimp Scampi
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 280 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 oz angel hair pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz peeled deveined shrimp tails removed
- 1/2 lb asparagus trimmed and chopped into 2-inch pieces
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
- Pinch salt
- 2 cups firmly packed chopped kale
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
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Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid.
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Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook shrimp, asparagus, garlic, chili flakes and salt for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp start to turn pink.
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Stir in kale and wine; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp is cooked and asparagus is tender-crisp. Add pasta, reserved cooking liquid, parsley, lemon zest and juice, tossing to coat well.
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Tip: Substitute Swiss chard or arugula for kale if desired.
Recipe Notes
Substitute Swiss chard or arugula for kale if desired.
A SharethePasta.org original recipe.