Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

INGREDIENTS

lbs shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tbsp

minced garlic (about 2 large cloves)

1 tsp

olive oil

1/4 tsp

red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp

kosher salt

8 oz

high protein or whole wheat spaghetti, like Barilla Protein Plus

8 oz

asparagus, chopped into bite-sized pieces

1 tsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

minced garlic

1 tsp

italian seasoning

1/4 tsp

kosher salt

lemon, cut in half

4 tbsp

light butter (see recipe notes)

cracked black pepper,

1/2 cup

grated parmesan cheese

1/4 cup

parsley, chopped (optional)

1/2 cup

reserved pasta water