Pasta with Asparagus and Shrimp

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Fat-free half-and-half makes this elegant pasta dish rich and creamy, yet ideal for diabetic meal plans.

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Updated on September 19, 2023

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Bone-Health Diabetes-Friendly Nut-Free Healthy Aging Low-Sodium Soy-Free Heart-Healthy High-Protein Egg-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

12 ounces fresh or frozen medium shrimp in shells
6 ounces dried whole wheat bow tie pasta
12 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons snipped fresh lemon thyme or thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
⅓ cup fat-free half-and-half

Directions

Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp, leaving tails intact if desired. Rinse shrimp; pat dry with paper towels. Set aside. In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions, adding the asparagus for the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain pasta mixture and return to pan.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and dried thyme (if using). Cook and stir for 10 seconds. Add shrimp; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp turn opaque, stirring frequently. Stir in half-and-half; reduce heat. Heat through. Remove from heat.
Add shrimp mixture and fresh thyme (if using) to the pasta mixture in pan. Toss to coat. Serve warm.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

311	Calories
6g	Fat
39g	Carbs
25g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 1/4 cups
Calories 311
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 39g	14%
Dietary Fiber 4g	15%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 25g	50%
Total Fat 6g	8%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Cholesterol 130mg	43%
Vitamin A 809IU	16%
Vitamin C 8mg	9%
Folate 48mcg	12%
Sodium 157mg	7%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 6mg	32%
Magnesium 48mg	11%
Potassium 369mg	8%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Pasta with Asparagus and Shrimp

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