Shrimp with Penne and Squash
Description
This shrimp with penne and squash recipe features yellow squash, zucchini, shrimp, garlic, herbs, lemon, and Parmesan served over hot penne pasta.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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4 cups thinly sliced yellow squash
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3 cups thinly sliced zucchini
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1 pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 pound dried penne pasta
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1/2 cup minced fresh chives or green onions
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in yellow squash and zucchini; cook 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp; cook 3 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes more.
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; add to a large bowl.
3
Add shrimp and squash mixture to penne; stir in chives and Parmesan.