Spicy Shrimp Pasta
This Spicy Shrimp Pasta delivers 36g protein and 441 calories per serving—a complete dinner that doesn't require hours of prep. Five servings cook on the stovetop in under 30 minutes, covering multiple days of your protein targets. Ideal for lifters who need a carb-forward meal that stays within macro boundaries.
Ingredients
- •Pasta, Spaghetti, Whole Wheat, Dry(227g)
- •Olive oil(23g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Broccoli(1200g)
- •Bell Pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Shallot
- •Garlic(120g)
- •Pasta Sauce, Arrabbiata, Jarred
- •Shrimp(454g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(45g)
- •Parmesan Cheese(45g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
Instructions
- 1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the noodles to al dente according to package instructions.
- 2Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat (a big wok works too). Once the oil is hot, add the broccoli, red and yellow bell peppers, and salt. Let cook for 2 minutes, then add the shallot. Continue cooking until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the shallot is beginning to brown, about 3 additional minutes. Add the garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 3Stir in the pasta sauce. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat so that the sauce simmers gently. Stir in the shrimp and let simmer until the shrimp are cooked through—they will go from gray/blue to pink and opaque—about 5 minutes.
- 4Drain the pasta and immediately add it to the sauce. Toss to coat the noodles in the sauce and evenly distribute the shrimp and vegetables (a pair of tongs is very handy for this). Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan. Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition — Per Serving
441
calories
36g
protein
10g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 59g
- Saturated fat
- 2.6g
- Sodium
- 364 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 11.6g
5 servings per batch · ~423g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Spicy Shrimp Pasta have per serving?
Each serving contains 36g protein and 441 calories with 10g fat and 59g carbs. This is one of the leanest pasta options on PrepForge with solid protein density for a carb-based meal.
How long does Spicy Shrimp Pasta take to make?
Quick prep time on the stovetop yields 5 servings, giving you efficient batch-cooking for a full week of dinners. The streamlined approach minimizes active time while maximizing portions.
Is Spicy Shrimp Pasta good for muscle gain?
At 36g protein and 441 calories per serving, this recipe fits well into muscle-gain meal plans when paired with a higher-calorie side or used as one component of a larger meal. The carb content (59g) supports training performance and recovery without excess fat.
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