Orange Asparagus Pasta

Submitted by SJG3483

"I don't eat shellfish, so I used imitation shrimp for this recipe. This recipe became one of my favorites the first time I tried it. It is low-fat and covers all 4 food groups."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb other medium-shaped pasta, uncooked
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
• 12 ounces frozen small shrimp, thawed
• 3 medium carrots, thinly sliced
• 1 bunch scallion, sliced
• 1 lb asparagus, cut into 2 inch lengths
• 1 cup fresh orange juice
• salt and pepper

directions

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2. While pasta is cooking, warm 1 teaspoon vegetable oil over high heat in a large skillet.
3. Stir-fry the shrimp until firm, opaque and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
4. Remove and set aside.
5. Add the remaining teaspoon of vegetable oil to the pan and stir-fry the carrots for 2 minutes then add asparagus and scallions for another 3 to 4 minutes, until asparagus is tender-crisp.
6. When pasta is done, drain it well.
7. Combine all ingredients in the pasta pot and mix until warmed, about 2 minutes.
8. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Reviews

[Lori Mama]

This was nice and light in flavor. Even though we enjoyed it, I felt it was missing something. :)