30-Minute Shrimp and Roasted Red Pepper Penne: Irresistible Flavor Explosion
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A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring shrimp and roasted red peppers, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Author: EditorVictoria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until shrimp turns pink.
- Stir in roasted red peppers and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg