Weekly Recipe Spotlight: Fresh Herb Shrimp Linguini: A Quick and Flavorful Weeknight Dinner

Welcome to this week’s Recipe Spotlight at Diabetic Social! Today, we're featuring an exceptionally flavorful and quick-to-prepare dish perfect for any weeknight: Fresh Herb Shrimp Linguini. This seafood pasta combines simple ingredients with robust flavors, making it an ideal choice for a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh or frozen medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

• 6 ounces packaged dried linguini

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 ½ teaspoons snipped fresh rosemary

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

• Rosemary sprigs for garnish

Directions:

1. Prepare the Shrimp: If using frozen shrimp, begin by thawing them. Rinse the shrimp under cold water and set aside.

2. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook the linguini according to package instructions, omitting salt. Add the shrimp during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain well.

3. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta and shrimp with garlic, olive oil, snipped rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Toss until everything is well coated.

4. Add Cheese: Sprinkle with half the grated Parmesan cheese and toss again. Finish by topping with the remaining cheese.

5. Garnish and Serve: Enhance the dish with a few sprigs of fresh rosemary for garnish before serving.

This dish is not only delicious but also packed with the goodness of shrimp, providing high-quality protein and essential nutrients beneficial for health, especially for those managing diabetes. The fresh herbs add a burst of flavor and a dose of antioxidants, making this dish both healthy and heartwarming.

Serve this Fresh Herb Shrimp Linguini with a side salad or some steamed vegetables for a complete meal. It’s perfect for those evenings when you want something quick yet impressive. Dive into this delightful pasta dish and let us know how it turns out!

Stay tuned for more tasty and health-conscious recipes every week! Happy cooking!