Description
This shrimp tomato spinach pasta is a quick and easy dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes! Juicy shrimp are tossed with garlic butter, cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach, then mixed with perfectly cooked pasta for a flavor-packed Mediterranean meal. This dish is light, yet satisfying, and can be enjoyed as a healthy weeknight dinner or an elegant meal for guests.
Ingredients
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8 oz pasta (linguine, spaghetti, or fettuccine)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
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5 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
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¼ cup chicken broth (or dry white wine)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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Juice of ½ lemon
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
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Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
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Cook the Shrimp:
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Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add shrimp, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Sauté for 2-3 minutes per side until shrimp turn pink and opaque.
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Remove shrimp from the pan and set aside.
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Sauté the Veggies:
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In the same pan, add remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, until they soften.
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Add spinach and cook until wilted.
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Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
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Pour in chicken broth (or white wine) and butter.
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Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring to combine.
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Squeeze in fresh lemon juice.
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Combine Everything:
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Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet.
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Add drained pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.
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If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water for a silkier sauce.
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Serve & Garnish:
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Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and fresh basil or parsley.
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Serve immediately and enjoy
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Notes
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For extra flavor, feel free to substitute the chicken broth with dry white wine.
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You can use any type of pasta you prefer, such as spaghetti, linguine, or fettuccine.
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Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes depending on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 200mg