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Spicy Shrimp and Pasta

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Spicy Shrimp and Pasta is an easy and quick meal you can have on the table in less than 30 minutes. This seafood pasta dish is also healthy and delicious, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

A plateful of cooked rotini pasta, shrimp, and avocado in a spicy sauce.
 

*Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2011. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards, new photos, and additional recipe information. But, getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.

Having started Weight Watchers a couple of weeks ago, I wanted (and needed) to make something healthy and light so I took a big bag of cooked shrimp out of the freezer to thaw. 

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From there, I wasn't quite sure what I was going to do with it, but I knew I'd come up with some interesting ideas as the day progressed.

 

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Rotini pasta with cooked shrimp and diced avocado on a plate.
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SPICY SHRIMP and PASTA

Renee Goerger
A 30-minute meal with big, bold flavors, tender pasta, and succulent shrimp.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Fish and Seafood, main course seafood
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 156 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium onion minced fine
  • 3 cloves garlic minced fine
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 bag thawed shelled, and divined cooked or uncooked shrimp (I used cooked)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1 16 jar (16 ounces) prepared salsa
  • 1 box (13 ounces) whole grain pasta
  • 1 medium avocado diced
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • -Thaw shrimp and rinse.  Remove tails (optional) and keep cool until ready to cook.
  • -Heat olive oil and butter in a large sauté pan on medium heat.
  • -Add minced onion and garlic. Cook for approximately 5 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and cook for a few minutes.
  • -Meanwhile, in a large stockpot, cook the pasta following the package directions and drain.
  • -Add the jarred salsa to the pasta and stir to combine thoroughly. Cover and keep warm.
  • -Returning to the sauté pan, add the lemon juice (remember to zest it first) to the garlic, onions, and red pepper flakes, and then add the shrimp.
  • -Cook only a few short moments on medium/low heat until the shrimp curl up a bit and turn opaque (if they're uncooked, to begin with). Do not overcook.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 64mgPotassium: 322mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 331IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg

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  1. Deb Lane says

    This sounds fantastic, Thanks for sharing!

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  2. Carole says

    Hi there. This week's Food on Friday is all about prawns and shrimp dishes. So it would be great if you linked this in. This is the link . Have a good week.

    PS I am following you now. If you like Carole's Chatter it would be great if you followed me back.

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  3. Carole says

    thanks for linking in to Food on Friday. Looking forward to your follow back. Cheers

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  4. doughmesstic says

    Renee - this looks wonderful! I love shrimp in my pasta - but I have never used avocado in it. Great idea! (this coming from the winner of the avocado contest. eeek!) Thanks for the inspiration - keep up the great work! BTW - your painted pottery is fantastic! 🙂

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  5. SMITH BITES says

    love these kinds of dishes - especially when the days are crazy and you need good food, fast; this dish does that - great job!

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  6. kat says

    I think maple syrup would go great with bratwurst!

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  7. Paula says

    My husband and all his family love shrimp. I'm bookmarking this for the next get-together. As I don't eat any kind seafood, me showing up with this will knock their socks off. LOL Beautiful post Renee.

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  8. RJ Flamingo says

    So pretty! Those of us with adventurous spirits have to stick together, right? LOL!

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  9. Amanda says

    Great recipe... this looks like it is so delicious!!!

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