Skinny Shrimp Scampi

By Pattywak

This meal was fantastic. Not loaded down with butter and fat. Tasted amazing. Will make again and again.

For a romantic dinner, try this superb shrimp, sauteed in a buttery, garlic and lemon wine sauce. It just doesn’t get easier to prepare yet it taste so indulgent. The skinny is 457 calories and 14g fat per serving compared to it’s full fat version at 921 calories and 48g fat! This gem of a dish cooks in minutes

Food Fact
Shrimp is America’s favorite shellfish. Scampi has two meanings: the name of a shrimp (Italian word) and the name of the dish. Shrimp scampi became popular after World War II. It’s when many Italian dishes went “mainstream.” Scampi is not one set recipe, but a generic name applied to several dishes.


Healthy Benefit

There’s no question that using whole wheat pasta is much better for you. It will add about 5 grams of fiber per serving. We decided to use regular since this is such a delicate dish and it’s for Valentines Day.

Shopping Tip
Choose cooked, shelled, shrimp that look plump and succulent. Cooked shrimp can be refrigerated air-tight for a few days.

Prep Tip
We chose to use cooked jumbo shrimp for the time savings. If you prefer to use raw, saute in a little reduced-fat butter until pink. Set aside while cooking the wine sauce.

Weight Watchers POINTS Plus 12

SKINNY FACTS: for one serving
457 calories, 14g fat, 47g protein, 35g carbs, 1g fiber, 717mg sodium, 2g sugar

Ingredients

• Ingredients
• 3 ounces spaghetti or angel hair pasta
• 12 cooked jumbo shrimp (~3/4 pound)
• 1/3 cup reduced-fat butter
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground pepper
• 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 cup white wine
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour
• Chives or parsley for garnish, optional

Details

Servings 2

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions

1. Prepare the pasta according to package directions. Cook the pasta al dente (not overcooked). Drain and set aside.

2. While pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a pan. Add the salt, pepper and garlic. Cook for 1 minute. Stir in the white wine and lemon juice. Cook for about 4 minutes or until the mixture is reduced to 3/4 cup.

3. Add the flour and whisk until combine.d Cook until a little thicken.

4. Add in the cooked shrimp and cook until heated through.

5. To plate- divide the pasta among two plates. Divide and spoon the shrimp scampi on top of the pasta. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley, if desired.

6. Serve immediately.

Makes 2 servings