Dinner: Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Grilling puts a smoky, summertime twist on this traditional shrimp recipe.

This recipe includes superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health benefits of Grilled Shrimp Scampi

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

1 lemon
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
3 clove garlic
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
salt
Pepper
2 medium red peppers
12 oz. multigrain pasta
12 oz. medium shrimp
1/4 c. packed fresh parsley leaves

Instructions

Heat large saucepot of water to boiling on high. Prepare grill or grill pan for direct grilling on medium-high.
Into large bowl, from lemon, grate all peel and squeeze 3 tablespoons juice. Stir in oil, garlic, oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; set aside.
Grill red peppers 7 to 8 minutes or until crisp-tender and lightly charred, turning once. Transfer to cutting board.
Add pasta to boiling water. Cook as label directs.
Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper on shrimp. Grill shrimp 2 to 3 minutes or until opaque throughout, turning over once. Transfer shrimp to medium bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon mixture; toss to coat.
Chop red peppers; add to large bowl with remaining lemon mixture.
Drain pasta; add to bowl with peppers, along with parsley and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Toss until well combined. Serve pasta with shrimp.

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