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Low-Fat Shrimp and Angel Hair Pasta

Low-Fat Shrimp and Angel Hair Pasta

Quick, easy and tasty dinner perfect for busy schedules!

Juice of one lemon, divided
Lemon zest
1 tsp dried oregano
20 medium shrimp, tail on
1/2 jar roasted red capsicums, chopped
8-ounces angel hair pasta
1 cup peas
Freshly ground black pepper

Combine lemon zest, and half the lemon juice in a dish. Add shrimp and marinate for 10 minutes.

Place a large pot of water on to boil for the pasta. Place angel hair pasta in pot, followed by peas. Cook pasta according to packet instructions.

Preheat broiler, and spray broiler pan or baking sheet with nonstick low-fat cooking spray. Arrange marinated shrimp on broiler pan, and broil 3 minutes first side, and two minutes the other. Do not overcook. Remove from heat.

Quickly drain pasta and peas, and empty into a large serving bowl. Add shrimp and chopped capsicums; pour remaining lemon juice over the shrimp and pasta, and toss. Use freshly ground black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.