SHRIMP ASPARAGUS FETTUCCINE

Shrimp Asparagus Fettuccine image

Fettuccine lovers rejoice! This is a quick and healthy way to enjoy your favorite pasta. You could also use leftover chicken instead of shrimp in this versatile and easy weeknight dinner. -Healthy Cooking Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated fettuccine
1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Bring 4 quarts water to a boil. Add fettuccine and asparagus. Boil until pasta is tender, 2-3 minutes. , In a large nonstick skillet, saute shrimp in 2 tablespoons oil for 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook until shrimp turn pink, 1-2 minutes longer., Drain fettuccine mixture; add to skillet. Stir in the basil, salt, pepper and remaining oil; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 165mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges