Spaghettini with Avocado and Shrimp

I can provide you with a recipe for spaghettini with avocado and shrimp with an Italian twist. Here’s how to proceed.

Ingredients

• 320 g of spaghettini
• 200 g of cleaned shrimp
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 clove of garlic
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh parsley (quantity to taste)
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt
• Chili pepper (optional)

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the shrimp, removing the head, shell, and the black vein on the back. Rinse and set aside.
2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil to cook the spaghettini.
3. Meanwhile, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh with a spoon and cut it into cubes. Drizzle the flesh with lemon juice to prevent it from browning.
4. In a skillet, heat some olive oil with a clove of garlic. Add the shrimp and sauté over high heat for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and, if you like, add a pinch of chili pepper.
5. Remove the garlic from the skillet and add the avocado to the shrimp, stirring gently.
6. When the water boils, cook the spaghettini until al dente according to the package instructions.
7. Drain the pasta and transfer it to the skillet with the shrimp and avocado. Toss it briefly in the skillet with the seasoning to blend the flavors well.
8. Serve the spaghettini and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
9. Serve immediately.

Fun Fact

The use of avocado in Italian cuisine is relatively recent, but it is spreading due to its creaminess and delicate flavor, which goes well with Mediterranean ingredients such as shrimp and parsley.

Remember that the avocado must be very ripe to achieve the right texture and sweetness. It is a fresh and light dish, great for the spring or summer season. Enjoy your meal!