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Cheesy Summer Shrimp Veggie Pasta

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Recipe by Lori Yates of Foxes Love Lemons
Servings:
4
Prep Time:
15 min
Cook Time:
15 min
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup cheese, grated Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup milk, whole
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Kernels from 3 ears fresh sweet corn
  • 2 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch half moons
  • 1 pound extra jumbo (16-20 count) peeled and deveined shrimp, (fresh or frozen and thawed)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, optional

Nutrition Information

Serving size:
Calories: 660
Carbohydrate: 68g (23%)
Protein: 52g (104%)
Total Fat: 19g (29%)
Saturated Fat: 6g (30%)
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 230mg (77%)
Sodium: 1650mg (69%)
Dietary Fiber: 4g (16%)
Calcium: 35%

*These values are approximate. Per serving, based on a 2,000 Calorie diet.

Instructions

In blender, puree cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese, milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, lemon zest, garlic powder and black pepper until smooth

Heat large pot of salted water to boiling over medium-high heat; cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and return to pot; keep warm.

Meanwhile, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn, zucchini and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook 4 to 6 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Transfer vegetables to pot with spaghetti.

Return skillet to medium-high heat. Add remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and shrimp; cook 5 to 6 minutes or until shrimp are cooked through, stirring frequently. Stir in lemon juice.

Meanwhile, add cottage cheese mixture to pot with spaghetti and vegetables; toss until well combined. Cook over low heat until heated through. Divide pasta mixture between 4 serving bowls or plates. Divide shrimp over spaghetti and garnish with chives, if desired.

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