⏱ 25 min totalLemon Shrimp and Spaghetti
Per 1 serving · 200 g · 9 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein23g19% of calories
- Carbs66g54% of calories
- Fat15g27% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Lemon Shrimp and Spaghetti (200 g) has 497 calories, with 23 g of protein, 66 g of carbohydrates and 15 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (54% of calories). It is high in protein (46% DV), thiamine (65% DV) and riboflavin (b2) (28% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 22%, 26% and 41% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein46%
- Thiamine65%
- Riboflavin (B2)28%
- Niacin48%
- Vitamin B621%
- Folate (B9)55%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber17%
- Vitamin A11%
- Vitamin E16%
- Pantothenic acid13%
- Choline15%
- Magnesium16%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium22%
- Saturated fat26%
- Cholesterol41%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
3 oz Spaghetti
½ tbsp Olive oil
½ tbsp Butter
¼ lemon Lemon zest
¼ lemon yields Lemon juice
3 oz Shrimp
½ cloves, minced Garlic
¼ tsp Black pepper
½ tsp Parmesan cheese
Directions
- 1
Cook the spaghetti until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- 2
In a large cast iron or nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- 3
Pat the shrimp dry and add to the skillet. Cook until browned on each side. If necessary, cook in batches to avoid crowding.
- 4
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper to the skillet.
- 5
Add the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the mixture reaches a saucy consistency.
- 6
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (200 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 97 μg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin K | 6 μg | 5% |
| Thiamine | 1 mg | 65% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | 28% |
| Niacin | 8 mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | 21% |
| Folate (B9) | 220 μg | 55% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 41% |
| Pantothenic acid | 1 mg | 13% |
| Choline | 84 mg | 15% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 82 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3 mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 315 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 66 mg | 16% |
| Phosphorus | 380 mg | 54% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 19% |
| Copper | 0.4 mg | 44% |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 38% |
| Selenium | 79 μg | 145% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 0.1 μg | — |
| Arginine | 2 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 14 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.4 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Fluoride | 16 μg | — |
| Fructose | 0.2 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 0.2 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 6 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0.1 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 2 g | — |
| Methionine | 0.5 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 7 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 2 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 95 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 53 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0.5 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.2 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0.2 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.3 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.2 μg | — |
Burning 497 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 94minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 60minCycling (moderate)
- 41minRunning (6 mph)
- 70minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Lemon Shrimp and Spaghetti?
One serving of Lemon Shrimp and Spaghetti (1 serving) has 497 calories, which works out to 249 calories per 100 g. That is about 25% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Lemon Shrimp and Spaghetti high in protein?
It provides a solid 23 g of protein per serving (46% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 19% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Lemon Shrimp and Spaghetti keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 62 g of net carbs and 54% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Lemon Shrimp and Spaghetti?
502 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Lemon Shrimp and Spaghetti?
2.6 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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