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