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Lemon-Garlic Shrimp & Vegetables

Name: Lemon-Garlic Shrimp & Vegetables
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 large red bell peppers, diced; 2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths; 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest; 0.5 teaspoon salt, divided; 5 cloves garlic, minced; 1 pound raw shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined; 1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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Here's a healthy twist on shrimp scampi: we left out the butter and loaded the dish up with red peppers and asparagus to create an ample and satisfying portion.

Recipe by Breana Lai, M.P.H., R.D.

Published on August 4, 2021

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Additional Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 large red bell peppers, diced
2 pounds fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
½ teaspoon salt, divided
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound raw shrimp (26-30 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell peppers, asparagus, lemon zest and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until just beginning to soften, about 6 minutes. Transfer the vegetables to a bowl; cover to keep warm.
Add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garlic to the pan and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Whisk broth and cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth and add to the pan along with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, until the sauce has thickened slightly and the shrimp are pink and just cooked through, about 2 minutes more. Remove from the heat. Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Serve the shrimp and sauce over the vegetables.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

217	Calories
6g	Fat
17g	Carbs
26g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 217
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 1g	6%
Cholesterol 174mg	58%
Sodium 527mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 17g	6%
Dietary Fiber 7g	24%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 26g
Vitamin C 128mg	639%
Calcium 106mg	8%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 829mg	18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.