Lemon Mint Sauce with Shrimp

Deliciously large shrimp, tossed with red pepper and fettuccine. Makes for a wonderful main dish or appetizer.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 396 Calories

Ingredients

• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 red bell pepper, julienned
• ½ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1 pound dry fettuccini pasta
• ¾ pound large cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Meanwhile prepare the remaining ingredients.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the red pepper, shrimp, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3

Add pasta to the boiling water and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Add the pasta to the shrimp mixture and toss to coat well.