This Air Fryer High-Protein Shrimp & Asparagus Angel Hair Pasta is a light, healthy, and satisfying meal perfect for meal prep or quick dinners.
Made with high-protein angel hair pasta, juicy air fryer shrimp, and vibrant asparagus, this recipe is packed with flavor while staying balanced and nutritious.
The combination of olive oil, garlic, basil, and fresh parsley creates a simple Mediterranean-style dish that feels fresh and comforting.
Ready in about 20 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for busy days when you want something healthy, filling, and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 box high-protein angel hair pasta (such as Barilla Protein+)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Optional:
- squeeze of lemon juice
- chili flakes
- grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Cook the high-protein angel hair pasta according to package instructions.
Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the asparagus
Bring a small pot of water to a boil.
Add asparagus and blanch for 2–3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain and rinse quickly with cold water to keep the vibrant color.
Set aside.
3. Cook shrimp in Air Fryer
Pat shrimp dry and season with:
- olive oil
- garlic salt
- dried basil
- black pepper
Place shrimp in air fryer basket in a single layer.
Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes, shaking halfway, until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
4. Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, mix:
- cooked pasta
- air fryer shrimp
- asparagus
Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently.
Sprinkle fresh parsley on top.
Add lemon juice if desired.
5. Serve
Serve warm or store in containers for meal prep.
Tips for best results
- do not overcook shrimp to keep them juicy
- blanching asparagus keeps color bright and texture perfect
- add parmesan for extra flavor
- perfect recipe for weekly meal prep
Recipe details
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Total time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
High protein
Healthy pasta recipe
Meal prep friendly
Using an air fryer helps cook shrimp quickly with less oil while keeping them juicy and flavorful.
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