Description
Shrimp pesto pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender shrimp and vibrant pesto sauce, perfectly intertwined with al dente pasta. This quick yet impressive meal bursts with fresh flavors from basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, making it ideal for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. Whether you’re a seafood lover or a skeptic, this recipe promises to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot; add pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions. Drain.
- Sauté shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Combine ingredients: Lower heat to medium-low, mix in pesto sauce and cherry tomatoes; stir until heated through.
- Toss pasta: Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss everything together while adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Finish: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan over the top; season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg