Description
Succulent shrimp tomato spinach pasta dances with rich garlic butter sauce, creating Mediterranean magic on your plate. Effortless elegance meets quick comfort, inviting home cooks to savor each twirling, flavor-packed bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces (226 grams) pasta (linguine, spaghetti, or fettuccine)
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 12 teaspoon salt
- 14 teaspoon black pepper
- 14 cup chicken broth (or dry white wine)
- Juice of 12 lemon
Garnish and Finishing:
- 14 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a generously sized pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil at high heat. Cook pasta until perfectly tender, maintaining a slight bite. Carefully extract 1/2 cup pasta water before draining, then set aside.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature. Introduce shrimp seasoned with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sear each side for 2-3 minutes until they transform into a vibrant pink and become translucent. Transfer shrimp to a separate plate.
- Without cleaning the skillet, add remaining olive oil and introduce minced garlic. Swiftly saute for 30 seconds to release aromatic flavors. Incorporate cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until they begin to soften and blister. Gently fold in spinach, allowing it to wilt completely.
- Stream chicken broth and butter into the skillet. Allow mixture to simmer for 2 minutes, whisking continuously to create a harmonious blend. Finish with a bright squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- Reintroduce cooked shrimp to the skillet. Add drained pasta and thoroughly coat with the luxurious sauce. If the consistency seems thick, gradually incorporate reserved pasta water to achieve a silky texture.
- Elevate the dish by generously sprinkling grated Parmesan and freshly chopped herbs. Present immediately while piping hot, ready to delight taste buds.
Notes
- Swap pasta types easily by using gluten-free or whole wheat options to match dietary needs.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or omitting them completely for milder palates.
- Choose sustainable or locally sourced shrimp to enhance recipe’s environmental friendliness.
- Quick-cooking technique ensures tender shrimp without becoming rubbery, so watch cooking time carefully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg