Spicy Jalapeno-Shrimp Pasta
Seafood tossed with pasta and tomatoes make this easy 30-minute dinner popular for taste and speed.
Ingredients
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12 ounces fresh or frozen large shrimp in shells
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8 ounces dried linguine
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 or 2 fresh jalapeno chile peppers, finely chopped*
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 cups chopped tomatoes and/or cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
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Finely shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
Directions
1.
Thaw shrimp, if frozen. Peel and devein shrimp. Cook linguine following package directions.
2.
In a large skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add jalapenos, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook and stir 1 minute. Add shrimp; Cook about 3 minutes more or until shrimp turn opaque. Stir in tomatoes; heat through.
3.
Drain linguine; toss with shrimp mixture. Top with Parmesan, if desired. Makes 4 servings.
*Note
Wear plastic gloves while preparing hot peppers; wash hands thoroughly.
Nutrition information
Calories 363, Total Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat 5 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 396 mg, Carbohydrate 48 g, Total Sugar 4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g. Daily Values: Vitamin A 0%, Vitamin C 39%, Calcium 5%, Iron 20%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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