Penne With King Prawns – Jumbo Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes and Lemon

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Delicious Penne With King Prawns - Jumbo Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes and Lemon recipe
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

12 ounces penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves , crushed
1 lb cherry tomatoes , quartered
10 ounces raw king prawns , shelled and deveined
1 tablespoon lemon zest
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley , chopped
lemon , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
627
Sugar
8g
Fat
18g
Penne With King Prawns - Jumbo Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes and Lemon is a perfect dish for seafood lovers seeking a light, fresh meal. The cherry tomatoes, lemon, and parsley add a burst of flavor that complements the king prawns - jumbo shrimp perfectly. Penne pasta is easy to cook and pairs well with the slightly sour taste of the tomatoes and the prawns' sweetness. This recipe is a great option for a quick weekday meal or a romantic dinner. Additionally, the recipe offers an excellent opportunity to introduce unseasoned seafood eaters to the world of prawns since the taste is mild compared to other seafood. This recipe is sure to become a family or personal favorite.

Instructions

1.Cook the pasta per package directions, until al-dente. Drain and set aside.
2.Heat the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat.
3.Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
4.Add the cherry tomatoes and king prawns, cook until prawns turn pink for 3-4 minutes.
5.Add lemon zest and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
6.Season with black pepper and mix in parsley.
7.Add the drained pasta and combine with King Prawns - Jumbo Shrimp and cherry tomatoes.
8.Serve hot with sliced lemons.

PROS

Penne with King Prawns – Jumbo Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes and Lemon is a quick and easy recipe to prepare for any occasion.

The combination of tomatoes, lemon and parsley creates a light and refreshing taste.

Moreover, Prawns are low in calories and high in protein and an excellent source of vitamin B12.

CONS

This dish contains a high amount of cholesterol and sodium due to the prawns and butter used.

However, these can be moderated by reducing the butter and adjusting the prawn portion size.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

King prawns contain a large number of nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E and minerals like zinc and magnesium.
The vitamin B12 present in prawns supports healthy brain function and the production of red blood cells.

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