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Linguine with prawns, chilli, garlic & rocket

Prep Time:

10mins

Cook Time:

15mins

Serves:

4

Level:

Beginner

About the Recipe

Good Friday dinner… sorted.

This is my non-negotiable every single year.
Simple, fresh, full of flavour, and actually balanced.
Because let’s be honest…

“Healthy” meals shouldn’t taste like cardboard.
This one gives you:
✔ Quality protein from prawns
✔ Carbohydrates for energy
✔ Healthy fats for satisfaction

No restriction. No overcomplication.

Just real food done properly.

Approx macros per serve 👇
Calories: 650 | Protein: 30g | Carbs: 60g | Fats: 30g

Ingredients

  • 340g Heinz Gluten Free Linguine

  • 1/3 cup (80ml) extra virgin olive oil

  • 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced

  • 1 tsp dried red chilli flakes

  • 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest

  • Large pinch of salt

  • 20 large green king prawns, peeled, deveined, tails intact

  • 60ml (1/4 cup) white wine

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 large bunch rocket, stems trimmed, leaves shredded

Preparation

Step 1: Cook the linguine in a large saucepan of lightly salted boiling water according to packet instructions, or until al dente.

Drain well and return to the pan.


Step 2: Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.Add garlic, chilli flakes, lemon zest and salt. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the prawns and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes or until just cooked through and lightly golden.Pour in the white wine and allow it to simmer until reduced by half.

Remove from heat.


Step 3: Add the prawn mixture to the pasta along with lemon juice, remaining olive oil and rocket.

Toss until well combined.


Serve immediately with freshly ground black pepper. Enjoy!

Contact

Rachel Tropea

Nutritionist (B.Nutr) | Personal Trainer 

Move Inspiring Change

rach@moveinspiringchange.com

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