Chilli Prawn Pasta
A fresh and tasty prawn pasta recipe with tomato, chilli, lemon and garlic. Full of flavour and so quick and simple to make!
Servings 2
Calories 598kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 150 g spaghetti (gluten-free if required)
- 1 large fresh red chilli (finely chopped and deseeded if you prefer less heat)
- 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 courgette (chopped)
- 1 tin chopped tomatoes (400g)
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 1 small handful fresh herbs (parsley or coriander work well)
- 225 g cooked and peeled prawns (fresh or defrosted)
- 150 g cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Grated parmigiano reggiano cheese (optional - you you also use a dairy-free alternative if necessary)
- Extra fresh herbs and chilli (optional)
Instructions
- Add spaghetti to pan of boiling water and begin cooking as per packet instructions
- Add olive oil to a large frying pan over a medium heat
- Fry the chopped chilli for about 1 minute
- Add the garlic and fry for another minute, stirring regularly
- Add the chopped courgette and fry until softened and slightly browned
- Pour in the tin of chopped tomatoes and heat through
- Stir in the lemon juice, zest and chopped herbs
- Season to taste
- Add prawns and cook until heated through (about 2-3 minutes)
- Drain spaghetti, add to the sauce and stir together
- Serve with the fresh cherry tomatoes. A sprinkle of parmigiano reggiano cheese, extra fresh herbs or sliced chilli also make a great topping!