Skinny Shrimp Scampi

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Who doesn’t love shrimp scampi? Butter, garlic, more butter…what’s not to like? I don’t usually count calories in what I cook-I’m more of the mindset of eating real food is better than eating the fake stuff that contains chemicals and other stuff you don’t want. So, eat the real butter but in moderation. Traditional scampi recipes call for a LOT of butter, wine and that adds up to a ton of fat and calories that you don’t really need.  I love to take recipes and make them healthier. I promise you won’t miss the added butter and fat. And the best part is the whole thing took 15 minutes from start to finish! Perfect for a weeknight dinner , but looks fancy enough for company

I replaced traditional pasta with Quinoa pasta, a great source of protein and fiber. Check out some other healthier alternatives to  traditional pasta here

Ingredients:

1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 Tablespoon Unsalted Butter

1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 shallot, chopped

6 garlic cloves, minced

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth

Juice of one lemon

3 Tablespoons chopped flat leaf Parsley

Sea salt and Fresh Ground Pepper to taste

Instructions:

Place shrimp on paper towels to absorb any moisture. Season with salt and pepper. Set water for pasta to boil

Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Next, add garlic and saute another minute. Place shrimp and saute until pink and flip. They will cook quickly so be sure to watch them so they don’t overcook. Total cooking time for the shrimp will be 2-3 minutes.

Add the chicken broth  and lemon juice to the pan, scraping up all the yummy bits on the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and let simmer for 3-4 minutes for flavors to combine. Add the parsley, check for seasonings. Add the pasta to the pan and Toss to combine

Would also be delicious served over Brown rice or quinoa!

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Skinny Shrimp Scampi

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Who doesn't love scampi? Butter, garlic, more butter...what's not to like? I don't usually count calories in what I cook-I'm more of the mindset of eating real food is better than eating the fake stuff that contains chemicals and other stuff you don't want. So, eat the real butter but in moderation. Traditional scampi recipes call for a LOT of butter, wine and that adds up to a ton of fat and calories that you don't really need.  I love to take recipes and make them healthier. I promise you won't miss the added butter and fat. And the best part is the whole thing took 15 minutes from start to finish! Perfect for a weeknight dinner , but looks fancy enough for company I replaced traditional pasta with Quinoa pasta, a great source of protein and fiber. Check out some other healthier alternatives to  traditional pasta here

Ingredients

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 Tablespoon Unsalted Butter
• 1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 shallot, chopped
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
• Juice of one lemon
• 3 Tablespoons chopped flat leaf Parsley
• Sea salt and Fresh Ground Pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Place shrimp on paper towels to absorb any moisture. Season with salt and pepper. Set water for pasta to boil
2. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add garlic and saute another minute. Add shrimp and saute until pink. They will cook quickly so be sure to watch them so they don't overcook.
3. Add the chicken broth  and lemon juice to the pan, scraping up all the yummy bits on the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and let simmer for 3-4 minutes for flavors to combine. Add the parsley, check for seasonings. Add the pasta to the pan and Toss to combine
4. Would also be delicious served over Brown rice or quinoa!