CREAMY GARLIC PASTA WITH SHRIMP & VEGETABLES FOR TWO

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Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
6 ounces peeled and deveined raw shrimp (see Note), cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 bunch asparagus, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/2 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas
2 small or 1 large clove garlic, chopped
1/2 teaspoon plus 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup nonfat or low-fat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts (see Tip; optional)

Steps:

  • 1.Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook 2 minutes less than package directions. Add shrimp, asparagus, bell pepper and peas and cook until the pasta is tender and the shrimp are cooked, 2 to 4 minutes more. Drain well. 2.Mash garlic and salt in a large bowl until a paste forms. Whisk in yogurt, parsley, lemon juice, oil and pepper. Add the pasta mixture and toss to coat. Serve sprinkled with pine nuts (if using).

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