Description
Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings warmth and joy to any table. With succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes mingling with perfectly cooked pasta, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while leaving them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- 2. Sauté Garlic and Shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds), then add shrimp. Cook until pink and opaque (about 3-4 minutes).
- 3. Add Tomatoes and Spinach: Stir in cherry tomatoes and spinach. Cook until the tomatoes soften and spinach wilts (2-3 minutes).
- 4. Combine: Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together gently. If dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
- 5. Season and Serve: Sprinkle with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese. Toss well before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 210mg