Italian Shrimp Stir-Fry
8 oz. uncooked linguine
¾ c. reduced-calorie Italian dressing
1½ t. grated lemon peel
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
¾ lb. fresh or frozen (thawed) uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
3 c. broccoli flowerets
1 medium yellow summer squash, cut lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise
2 T. water
8 cherry tomatoes cut in half
12 extra large pitted ripe olives, cut in half
¼ c. chopped fresh basil leaves
Grated parmesan cheese, if desired
Directions:
Cook and drain linguine as directed on package.
Keep warm.
Mix dressing, lemon peel and garlic.
Set aside.
Spray 12-inch non-stick skillet with cooking spray.
Heat over medium high heat.
Add shrimp; stir-fry about 2 minutes or until shrimp are pink and firm.
Remove shrimp from skillet.
Spray skillet with cooking spray.
Heat over medium-high heat.
Add broccoli and squash; stir-fry 1 minute.
Add water.
Cover and simmer about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are crisp tender.
(Add water if necessary to prevent sticking.)
Stir in dressing mixture.
Cook 30 seconds.
Stir in tomatoes, olives, basil, shrimp, and linguine.
Stir-fry until hot.
Sprinkle with cheese.
Yield: 5 servings