Cajun Shrimp with Rotini and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

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Cajun Grilled Shrimp with Rotini and Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
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Not only is shrimp low in calories, but it is also an excellent source of protein, zinc, iron and copper.
Ingredients:
10
ounces uncooked rotini pasta

2
jars (7 ounces each) roasted peppers packed in water, well drained

2
cloves garlic

2
tablespoons olive oil

1/2
teaspoon salt

1/4
cup chicken broth

1/8
teaspoon ground red pepper

Nonstick cooking spray

12
ounces medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1-1/2
teaspoons chili powder

1-1/2
teaspoons lemon pepper

3/4
teaspoon paprika



Preparation:
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain; set aside.

2.
Meanwhile, place peppers, garlic, oil, salt, chicken broth and ground red pepper in food processor or blender; process until smooth. Set aside.

3.
Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Heat over medium heat until hot. Add shrimp, chili powder, lemon pepper and paprika; cook and stir 8 minutes or until shrimp are opaque. Add roasted pepper mixture; heat thoroughly. Do not boil. Serve over pasta. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Sodium 468 mg
Protein 28 g
Fiber 3 g
Carbohydrate 62 g
Cholesterol 130 mg
Saturated Fat 1 g
Total Fat 10 g
Calories from Fat 29 %
Calories 452
Dietary Exchange:
Meat 2-1/2
Vegetable 3
Starch 3
Fat 1/2


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