Low Sodium Shrimp Scampi
Delight your taste buds with this flavorful and heart-healthy Low Sodium Shrimp Scampi—a lightened-up twist on the classic dish that doesn’t skimp on taste! Featuring succulent shrimp sautéed in a fragrant combination of unsalted butter, olive oil, garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes, this recipe is elevated with the bright zest and juice of fresh lemon. Tossed with al dente angel hair pasta and a splash of low sodium chicken broth, this dish achieves a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and fresh flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate quick-and-easy weeknight dinner for seafood lovers looking to reduce their sodium intake without compromising on flavor. Garnished with freshly chopped parsley, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious—serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for the perfect meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces Angel hair pasta (or your choice of pasta)
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup Low sodium chicken broth
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter with the olive oil. Once the butter is melted and the mixture is hot, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip the shrimp over.
Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and low sodium chicken broth. Stir to combine and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with the shrimp and sauce. Toss to distribute the shrimp and coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Season with black pepper and freshly chopped parsley. Toss everything again to combine all the flavors.
Transfer the shrimp scampi to a serving platter or individual bowls. Serve immediately, optionally garnishing with additional parsley and lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 68.7 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 950 mg | 317% | |
| Sodium | 826 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 127.0 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2094 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
