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Lemon Shrimp and Spinach with Spaghetti - A quick and absolutely delicious spaghetti dinner tossed with shrimp, spinach, tomatoes, garlic, and lemon juice.
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Lemon Shrimp and Spinach with Spaghetti

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WW Freestyle: 4
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Lemon Shrimp and Spinach with Spaghetti - A quick and absolutely delicious spaghetti dinner tossed with shrimp, spinach, tomatoes, garlic, and lemon juice.
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 Serves
Calories: 341
Author: Katerina | Diethood

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 pound raw shrimp , peeled and deveined
  • 3 cloves garlic , chopped
  • 2 stalks green onion , chopped
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes , halved
  • 3 basil leaves , thinly sliced
  • 1 whole lemon , juiced, halved
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • fresh ground pepper , to taste
  • 1 bag (8 to 10 ounces) baby spinach

Instructions 

  • Cook spaghetti according to the directions on the package; set aside.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large non-stick skillet.
  • Add shrimp, garlic, green onions, tomatoes and basil.
  • Season with salt and pepper, and add half of the lemon juice.
  • Continue to cook for 5 minutes, or until shrimp is pink and tomatoes are tender.
  • Add spinach and the rest of the lemon juice.
  • Continue to cook for 1 more minute, stirring frequently, or until spinach is wilted.
  • Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

RECIPE SOURCE: DIETHOOD
 
Nutrition Facts
Lemon Shrimp and Spinach with Spaghetti
Amount Per Serving
Calories 341 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 195mg65%
Sodium 745mg31%
Potassium 647mg18%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 23g46%
Vitamin A 5155IU103%
Vitamin C 37.2mg45%
Calcium 182mg18%
Iron 3.8mg21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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