This low calorie, low fat Paella recipe uses shrimp, chorizo, and ZENB Penne Pasta to bring a flavorful meal to your table. Fun to make and sure to impress, this dish is perfect to make for a large family or a gathering with friends. You’ll also get a good source of protein along with the delicious taste.

• 1/4 pound Spanish-style chorizo, finely, chopped
• 2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
• 1 yellow onion, thinly
• 2 cloves garlic,minced
• 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 box (12 ounces) ZENB Penne Pasta made from 100% Yellow Peas, uncooked
• 1 carton (32 ounces) low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 3/4 pound medium shrimp, peeled, deveined (41/50 count)
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Add chorizo to large pot lightly sprayed with nonstick spray on medium heat. Cook 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer sausage to clean plate. Add peppers, onion, garlic, paprika and pepper to skillet. Cook 8-10 minues or until vegetables are tender-crisp.

2.

Add ZENB Pasta, chicken broth and water; bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer 13 minutes stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente. Stir in shrimp and peas. Cook covered 4-6 minutes or until shrimp is cooked and pasta is tender.

3.

Remove pot from heat. Add lemon juice, parsley and chorizo. Mix gently until well combined.