One Pot Quick Shrimp "Lo-Mein"
Protein: 35 g
Fat: 19 g
Carbs: 55 g
Fiber: 9 g
Sodium: 764 mg
Sat. Fat: 7 g
Ingredients:
- 8 oz. whole-grain (wheat) spaghetti
- 12 oz. uncooked shrimp (heads removed)
- 12 oz. frozen broccoli, carrot and snap pea blend
- 1/3 cup sesame ginger blend salad dressing
- 4 oz. of shredded Gouda cheese
Directions:
- Begin cooking wholegrain (wheat) spaghetti noodles according to directions.
- After the noodles have cooked for about 5 minutes, add the shrimp and frozen vegetables.
- Bring mixture to a boil and cook until shrimp and vegetables are cooked and tender (about 6-8 minutes).
- Drain mixture in a colander and return to the pot being sure the heat on the stove is off.
- Gently mix in 1/3 cup of salad dressing.
- Divide the “Lo-Mein” equally between 4 plates and then top the “Lo-Mein” with 2 oz. of shredded Gouda cheese.
TIPS:
- If shrimp isn’t your thing, use 8-10 oz. of cooked chicken. Just add it in step 5 with the Asian dressing.
- Serve with a side of fresh, sliced apples.
Notes: This meal contains 1/3rd of the recommended daily limit for sodium per the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Care should be taken to watch portion size and with remaining food choices for the day.