Prawn and Tomato pasta

Thursday, February 01, 2018. Author Sabrina Neilson and Nicola Hanson

Serves 1

Containing healthy carbohydrates, lean protein and low levels of saturated fat, this pasta dish makes an ideal post-workout meal. Prawns are a low-fat source of protein and are high in calcium, important for healthy bones, muscles and teeth. They're also rich in Vitamin A and E. Tomatoes are high in lycopene, an antioxidant that may lower the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. 

Ingredients

10 cherry tomatoes

4 oz prawns (120g)

2 oz pasta (60g)

1 shallot, chopped

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

1 tbsp olive 

1 tbsp oregano

1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Black pepper to serve

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to instructions on the packet. Adjust cooking time to personal taste. 

2. Bring a pan of water to the boil and cook prawns (usually 4-8 minutes, depending on size) 

3. Using half the olive oil in a skillet, lightly fry the shallot and crushed garlic for 3-4 minutes

4. Chop tomatoes and mix in with the pasta 

5. Add prawns, fried shallot and garlic, oregano, balsamic vinegar and remaining olive oil to the pasta. Toss together in a bowl. 

6. Scatter fresh basil over pasta and season with black pepper. 

Nutritional Profile per serving

Kcal: 492

Protein: 27g

Carbs: 60g

Fat: 16g