Shrimp with Penne and Squash

Fresh yellow squash and zucchini cook in olive oil with shrimp, garlic, herbs, and lemon juice. Served over hot penne pasta with chives and Parmesan cheese.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 365 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
• 3 cups thinly sliced zucchini
• 4 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
• 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 pound dried penne pasta
• 0.5 cup minced fresh chives or green onions

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and pour into a large bowl.

Step 2

Meanwhile, warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in squash and zucchini, and cook 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp, and cook 3 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and garlic. Cook 2 minutes more.

Step 3

Pour shrimp and sauce into large bowl with pasta. Sprinkle with chives and Parmesan, and stir to combine.