Shrimp with Penne and Squash

You can vary this recipe to your own tastes. I most always add onions to the garlic when frying and skip the minced green onions. I have used baby portobello mushrooms also. I always use fresh garlic! This is hubby's favorite meal.

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

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cups thinly sliced zucchini
• ½ pound dried penne pasta
• 4 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
• ½ 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.