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Ribbony Shrimp and Pasta Scampi

Ribbony Shrimp and Pasta Scampi
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
15 min
Yields
4 servings

Medium-size shrimp are the perfect size for a twirl of spaghetti shot through with ribbons of squash. Have vegetarians at the table? Omit the shrimp, double the tomatoes and serve with a spoonful of part-skim ricotta cheese on top.

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ingredients

Kosher salt
8
oz whole wheat spaghetti
1
yellow squash
1
zucchini
1
lb(s) peeled and deveined medium shrimp, tails removed
Freshly ground black pepper
2
Tbsp olive oil
1
cup cherry tomatoes, halved
4
cloves garlic, finely chopped
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
½
cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
2
Tbsp chopped fresh chives
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directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions for al dente.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, trim the top and bottom off of each squash. Peel the squash in ribbons into a colander, using a vegetable peeler, turning the squash as you peel. Stop peeling the squash when you only have the center core of seeds left. Discard the core and seeds.

Step 3

Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta water, and then drain the pasta over the squash ribbons. Put in a medium bowl and toss to evenly distribute the pasta with the squash ribbons.

Step 4

Toss the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and some pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, spread into a single layer and cook without stirring, until just turning pink around the edges, about 2 minutes. Stir the shrimp, add the tomatoes, garlic and pepper flakes and continue to cook until the tomatoes have softened and the garlic has toasted, about 1 minute. Add the pasta and squash ribbons, broth and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook, tossing, until warmed through and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Add the pasta water a bit at a time, if needed, if the noodles seem dry.

Step 5

Season with additional salt and pepper. Divide among 4 bowls and top with the chives.

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