Description
Shrimp Pasta is a delightful seafood dish that effortlessly combines succulent shrimp with perfectly cooked pasta in a rich, flavorful sauce. This easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With a handful of fresh ingredients like garlic, cherry tomatoes, and white wine, you can create a meal that’s both comforting and elegant. The vibrant flavors are complemented beautifully by a crisp garden salad or warm garlic bread, ensuring an impressive presentation that will wow your family and friends. Experience the taste of the coast right in your kitchen with this satisfying Shrimp Pasta dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup white wine
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet; cook until pink (approximately 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and white wine; simmer for another 3 minutes.
- Lower the heat and mix in reserved pasta water and Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Toss the pasta in the sauce until well coated; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 220mg