Shrimp and Broccoli Pasta with Creamy Lemon Herb Sauce

Let's make something lovely.

1. 01

   Cook the Pasta and Broccoli:

2. 02

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the whole-wheat rotini and cook, undisturbed, for 6 minutes.

3. 03

   Add the broccoli florets to the pot and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until the pasta is al dente and the broccoli is tender-crisp.

4. 04

   Drain the pasta and broccoli, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water.

5. 05

   Sauté the Shrimp:

6. 06

   Heat olive oil in a deep, large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until softened but not browned.

7. 07

   Add the shrimp and crushed red pepper flakes, cooking and stirring for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are just slightly translucent in the center.

8. 08

   Make the Creamy Sauce:

9. 09

   Increase the heat to medium-high. Stir in the Greek yogurt, low-fat milk, and the reserved 1/2 cup of cooking water. Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

10. 10

    Combine and Serve:

11. 11

    Add the pasta-broccoli mixture, basil, lemon juice, and salt to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes until the sauce coats the pasta.

12. 12

    Serve immediately and enjoy!