Shrimp with Penne and Squash

This shrimp and squash recipe features yellow squash, zucchini, shrimp, garlic, herbs, lemon juice, and Parmesan served over hot penne pasta.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 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

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

Step 2

Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 10 minutes. Strain and pour into a large bowl.

Step 3

Pour shrimp and sauce over penne, then sprinkle with chives and Parmesan. Stir to combine.