Best Low Carb Lemon Garlic Pasta With Tofu And Broccoli Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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ONE-POT LEMON GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

This easy 30-minute pasta recipe transforms ingredients that you already have in your kitchen into a posh, seafood dish you'll want to serve at your next dinner party. And since the whole dish is made in a single pot, clean-up is easy. Don't be surprised if this becomes your favorite quick go-to.

Provided by Robert Broadfoot

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 oz linguine
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 stick
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 ¼ lb large shrimp
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups baby spinach
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large pot, boil water and add pasta. Cook (stirring frequently) until al dente.
  • Drain and set pasta aside.
  • In the same pan, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Add garlic and crushed red pepper, cook until fragrant.
  • Toss in shrimp, salt and pepper to taste, and stir until shrimp start to turn pink, but are not fully cooked.
  • Add oregano and spinach, cook until wilted.
  • Return cooked pasta to the pot, add remaining butter, parmesan, and parsley. Stir until well mixed and the butter is melted.
  • When the shrimp are cooked, add lemon juice, mix once more, then serve while hot.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Carbohydrate 48 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 2 grams

EASY LEMON AND GARLIC BROCCOLI



Easy Lemon and Garlic Broccoli image

This is an easy recipe for a delicious broccoli side that takes just a few minutes to make.

Provided by Upagainstawall

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound broccoli, separated into florets
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch salt
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place broccoli florets in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir 2 teaspoons lemon juice into water in a small bowl and pour the mixture into the skillet. Cover and steam until broccoli is bright green and tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • While broccoli is steaming, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat and stir in garlic and salt; turn heat to low and let the garlic gently fry until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Drain water from cooked broccoli and return to skillet; sprinkle with 2 more teaspoons lemon juice and the butter and garlic mixture. Sprinkle broccoli with black pepper, toss to combine, and season with a bit more pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 99.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

TOFU AND BROCCOLI IN GARLIC SAUCE RECIPE



Tofu and Broccoli in Garlic Sauce Recipe image

Make and share this Tofu and Broccoli in Garlic Sauce Recipe recipe from Food.com.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups broccoli, chopped (approximately)
1 lb firm tofu or 1 lb extra firm tofu, pressed
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Cut tofu into 1 inch cubes.
  • in a large skillet, sautee onions and garlic in olive oil until onions turn clear, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the tofu, ginger, cayenne and broccoli to the pan and continue to cook until broccoli is done, another 6-8 minutes.
  • In a separate small bowl, mix together the corn starch, soy sauce and water, then add this mixture to the broccoli and tofu. Cook until sauce thickens, then remove from heat. Serve over rice or whole grains and enjoy!

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