Hello Healthy Meal Preppers!

Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta, a dish that brings together the bold flavors of sweet chili sauce, zesty lime, and a kick of hot sauce for a culinary experience that’s as exciting to make as it is to devour. Imagine tender shrimp, roasted to perfection with a hint of paprika and garlic, tossed together with al dente spaghetti and coated in a creamy sauce made from light mayonnaise and Thai sweet chili sauce. This dish isn’t just about satisfying your taste buds; it’s about creating a meal that’s bursting with flavor and texture, all in just 30 minutes from start to finish.

What makes Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta truly special is its versatility and ease of preparation. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests on the weekend, this recipe delivers on both taste and convenience. With each serving providing 384 calories, 19.4g of protein, and just the right balance of carbs and fats, it’s a wholesome option that fuels your body while delighting your senses. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s sure to become a new favorite in your repertoire. Let’s dive into the delicious world of Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta together!

Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta Recipe:

Per serving: 384 Calories • 48.7g Carbs (2.1g Fiber) • 11.9g Fat • 19.4g Protein

15 minutes to prep, 15 minutes to cook

Ingredients

Scaled to 4 serving

• 1/2 cup Light mayonnaise (120 g)

• 3 oz Sweet Chili Sauce (85 g)

• 2 cloves, minced Garlic (6 g)

• 1/2 lime yields Lime juice (22 g)

• 1 tsp Pepper or hot sauce (4.7 g)

• 1/2 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (0.2 g)

• 8 oz Spaghetti (227 g)

• 12 oz Shrimp (340 g)

• 1 tbsp Olive oil (14 g)

• 1 tsp Paprika (2.1 g)

• 1 dash Salt (0.4 g)

• 1 dash Pepper (0.1 g)

• 2 tbsp Parsley (7.6 g)

Directions

Directions are based on the original recipe of 4 serving

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.

2. To make the sauce, whisk together mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, garlic, lime juice, hot sauce or Sriracha, and red pepper flakes; set aside.

3. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well.

4. Place shrimp onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper, to taste, and gently toss to combine. Place into oven and roast just until pink, firm and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.

5. In a large bowl, combine pasta, shrimp and mayonnaise mixture. Garnish with parsley and serve.