When you are looking for a quick and easy meal that is bursting with fresh flavors, few dishes beat a plate of gnocchi tossed in a sweet basil pesto and topped with plump, garlicky shrimp. This flavorful combination is made with a handful of ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes. The sweetness of the basil pesto balances out the savory shrimp and salty Parmesan cheese, while the crispy garlic butter adds a delightful crunch to each bite. Whether you enjoy this dish for lunch or dinner, it is sure to be a welcome addition to your recipe repertoire.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PESTO GNOCCHI WITH SHRIMP RECIPE
A simple and authentic Italian weeknight pasta recipe using premade gnocchi and homemade pesto.
Provided by Shawn Williams
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine all pesto ingredients except for the olive oil in a food processor or blender. Blend until mixed and smooth. With the motor running, add olive oil in a slow stream until combined. Pesto should not be too soupy or fine. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick pan on medium heat. Cook the shrimp until fully cooked through and no longer translucent, about 2-3 minutes per side. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and add in gnocchi. Boil for about 2 minutes or until gnocchi starts to float to the top, about 4-5 minutes. Strain well and transfer to the pan with the shrimp. Turn the heat to low and add in the pesto sauce and cream, stirring until fully green and coated in pesto sauce.
- Let sit on low heat for 2-3 minutes and serve immediately with extra Parmesan cheese on top if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1, Calories 583 calories, Sugar 2g, Sodium 484mg, Fat 25.9g, SaturatedFat 4.9g, Carbohydrate 56.7g, Fiber 1g, Protein 30.2g, Cholesterol 160mg
GNOCCHI WITH SWEET BASIL PESTO AND GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP
This buttery, garlicky shrimp and pesto over gnocchi or pasta is a comfort food I like to cook once in a while. Serve it with garlic toast and, if you like, a plain salad.
Provided by golddigge
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine basil, 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, whole garlic cloves, salt, and pepper in a blender; puree until pesto is smooth.
- Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add shrimp; cook and stir until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain. Mix pesto into gnocchi and serve with shrimp. Garnish with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 174.5 mg, Fat 55.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 23.7 g, Sodium 2288.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CREAMY SHRIMP AND GNOCCHI
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place a large skillet with a lid over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil.
- Lightly rinse the shrimp to help separate them and remove any large pieces of ice. Shake off any excess water, then toss the shrimp with the lemon pepper seasoning.
- Add the shrimp to the hot oil, using tongs to move into a single layer. Cover and let cook until the shrimp start to defrost and turn pink, about 2 minutes. Uncover, flip the shrimp and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes, flipping for the final minute. Check that the shrimp are pink all over, then remove to a plate.
- Deglaze the skillet with the wine, scraping the bottom. Add the cream, mascarpone, pesto, lemon zest and good pinch of salt and pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Continue simmering for 1 to 2 minutes and allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Add the gnocchi to the boiling water and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. When the gnocchi are ready, they will begin to float.
- Drain the gnocchi and add to the sauce along with the frozen peas and the shrimp with any juices. Stir and heat through until the sauce has thickened a little more and everything is combined, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Garnish with the basil and lemon slices.
GNOCCHI WITH HERB PESTO
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h
Yield 3 main course-servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Bring the salted water to a boil and then add gnocchi. Cook gnocchi, stirring gently until tender, about 1 minute after they rise to the surface of the pot.
- Meanwhile, in a large, deep skillet, bring the stock and butter to a boil over medium heat. Add the beans and pesto and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil and remove from the heat.
- Remove gnocchi from the water and add to the skillet. Heat through until coated with the sauce. Remove from heat and stir in the cheese. Serve immediately.
- Wash the herb leaves in cool water and dry them thoroughly, preferably in a salad spinner. Combine the herbs and garlic in a blender and blend on low speed, slowly adding the oil while the machine is running, until the pesto is smooth and all the oil is incorporated. Add salt to taste.
- Keep in a sealed jar in the refrigerator and use as needed. Pesto will keep for up to 4 weeks or it may be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Yield: 1 1/2 cups
GNOCCHI WITH SWEET BASIL PESTO AND GARLIC BUTTER SHRIMP
This buttery, garlicky shrimp and pesto over gnocchi or pasta is a comfort food I like to cook once in a while. Serve it with garlic toast and, if you like, a plain salad.
Provided by golddigge
Categories Dumplings
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine basil, 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, olive oil, whole garlic cloves, salt, and pepper in a blender; puree until pesto is smooth.
- Melt butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic; cook until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add shrimp; cook and stir until opaque, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain. Mix pesto into gnocchi and serve with shrimp. Garnish with remaining Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 732.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 174.5 mg, Fat 55.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 23.7 g, Sodium 2288.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
GNOCCHI WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS, AND PESTO
From Cooking Light, July, 2007 from the Superfast section. This recipe uses a package of already prepared gnocchi but uncooked shrimp and you make the pesto. If you followed but used prepared shrimp and bottled pesto-that would be SUPER FAST! I haven't tried it yet but like the way this sounds. Serving size is 2 cups.
Provided by Oolala
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a Dutch oven and then add the gnocchi; cook 4 minutes or until done (they rise to the surface).
- Remove with a slotted spoon; place in a large bowl.
- Add asparagus and shrimp to the pan; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done.
- Drain and add the shrimp and asparagus to the gnocchi.
- Combine the 1 tablespoons water, basil, and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping sides.
- Drizzle oil through food chute with processor on; process until well blended.
- Add salt and basil mixture to shrimp mixture; toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 175, Sodium 378.6, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 28
GNOCCHI WITH PESTO SAUCE
Perk up gnocchi and vegetables with a flavorful pesto sauce. If you don't have pine nuts for the topping, skip or substitute any nut you like. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook gnocchi according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute zucchini and pepper until zucchini is tender., Add pesto and gnocchi, stirring gently to coat. Stir in tomatoes. If desired, top with pine nuts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh ingredients whenever possible. Fresh basil will give your pesto a more vibrant flavor, and fresh shrimp will be more tender and flavorful than frozen shrimp.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can make the pesto by hand. Simply chop the basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese very finely, and then whisk in the olive oil until smooth.
- If you're short on time, you can use store-bought pesto. Just be sure to choose a good quality pesto that is made with fresh ingredients.
- When cooking the shrimp, be careful not to overcook them. Shrimp cook very quickly, so just a few minutes in the pan is all they need.
- Serve the gnocchi and shrimp immediately, while they are still hot.
Conclusion:
This gnocchi with sweet basil pesto and garlic butter shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The gnocchi is light and fluffy, the pesto is flavorful and aromatic, and the shrimp are tender and juicy. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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