Shrimp Lentil Pasta Recipe | Easy Dinner Recipes | The Sweetest Journey

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken breast is leaner, while canned tuna is often more affordable.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated mozzarella

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

Cook the lentil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until done.

Add the red onion and garlic; sauté for 2 minutes.

Add the parsley, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, thyme, tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook only until the onion and tomatoes are tender.

Add the cooked pasta, stirring together only until warmed through. Serve warm.

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