Pasta is one of the most versatile dishes one can cook, and peppered pasta is no exception. With a savory combination of spicy peppers, peppery arugula, and succulent shrimp, this dish will tantalize your taste buds. It's a perfect meal for any occasion, whether you're entertaining guests or just looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Peppery pasta is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LEMONY PASTA WITH WILTED ARUGULA
Peppery arugula and bright lemon zest lift this simple dish of pasta to refreshing heights.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine arugula with lemon zest and juice; season with salt and pepper. Drain pasta and immediately add to arugula along with oil and cheese. Toss and season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with more cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 443 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18 g
PASTA WITH SHRIMP, TOMATO, AND ARUGULA
Categories Milk/Cream Onion Pasta Tomato Appetizer Quick & Easy Shrimp Arugula White Wine Gourmet Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a heavy skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking, in it sauté the shrimp, the garlic, and the pepper flakes, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and almost cooked through, and transfer the shrimp with a slotted spoon to a bowl. To the skillet add the onion, the tomatoes, and salt and pepper to taste and cook the mixture over moderate heat, stirring, until the vegetables are softened. Add the wine and boil the mixture until the wine is reduced by half. Add the broth, boil the mixture until the liquid is reduced by half, and stir in the cream. Simmer the sauce until it is thickened slightly, stir in the arugula and the shrimp, and simmer the sauce for 1 minutes, or until the shrimp are cooked through. Stir in the parsley and salt and pepper to taste and keep the sauce warm, covered. In a kettle of boiling salted water cook the pasta until it is al dente, drain it well, and in a bowl toss it with the sauce.
PASTA WITH ARUGULA AND TOMATOES
This is a super-simple, quick pasta recipe that tastes best with cherry tomatoes or other sun-ripened tomatoes. It is perfect during the summer months when tomatoes are in season.
Provided by ChristyM
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Spaghetti Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes. Increase heat, cook, and stir until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove skillet from heat and mix in arugula. Mix in cooked spaghetti and drizzle with olive oil. Serve immediately with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 555.3 calories, Carbohydrate 76.8 g, Cholesterol 2.9 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 130.5 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
PEPPERY PASTA WITH ARUGULA AND SHRIMP
Linguine served with a fresh, light sauce and tossed with arugula and shrimp. This is a low cost meal since the shrimp is cut in half to go further. Substitute baby spinach if you do not want to use arugula. From "Cooking Light" magazine.
Provided by threeovens
Categories Low Protein
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine 2 teaspoons of the garlic, 1 teaspoon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and arugula; toss well.
- Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil; add pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Drain pasta, then add to arugula mixture and toss to wilt arugula.
- Heat a large skillet, over medium high heat, and shrimp, season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and saute about a minute.
- Add 1 teaspoon garlic and shallots; saute until shrimps are done, about another minute.
- Remove shrimp and add broth and lemon juice to the skillet, scraping bottom of skillet to loosen any browned bits; reduce liquid by half, about 5 minues.
- Return shrimp, remove skillet from heat, and stir in the butter.
- To serve: arrange pasta on each serving plate, spoon shrimp mixture over each serving and top with cheese.
FUSILLI WITH SHRIMP AND ARUGULA
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and and saute until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and white wine and bring to a simmer. Simmer until the wine reduces by half, about 5 minutes. Add the shrimp and cook just until they are pink, about 2 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the fusilli in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Drain the fusilli. Add the fusilli and arugula to the skillet. Toss to combine. Season the pasta, to taste, with salt and pepper. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl and serve.
SAUTéED SHRIMP WITH ARUGULA AND TOMATOES
You can serve this quick sauté of shrimp, arugula, cherry tomatoes, and garlic over rice, or toss it with your favorite pasta.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Shrimp Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add tomatoes and cook, stirring often, until they blister, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add shrimp and cook, stirring often, until almost opaque throughout, about 4 minutes. Add arugula, season with salt and pepper, and toss until wilted, 1 minute. Add lemon juice and toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 19 g
SPAGHETTI WITH SHRIMP AND ARUGULA
Categories Pasta Quick & Easy Shrimp Arugula White Wine Summer Gourmet
Yield Makes 2 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a 5-quart kettle bring 4 quarts salted water to a boil for spaghetti.
- In a large bowl stir together 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, parsley, zest, and pepper and salt to taste.
- Cook spaghetti in boiling water until al dente and drain in a colander. Immediately add pasta to parsley mixture and toss until combined well. Season pasta with pepper and salt and cover.
- In a large non-stick skillet heat remaining tablespoon oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and cook shrimp, stirring, until cooked through, about 2 minutes. Add wine and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Add shrimp to pasta. Add arugula and toss until combined well.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh shrimp, peppery arugula, and flavorful parmesan cheese will make all the difference in this dish.
- Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it or it will become tough and rubbery.
- Use a large pan. This will help to prevent the pasta from sticking together and will also make it easier to toss the shrimp and arugula.
- Season the pasta water generously. This will help to flavor the pasta and make it more delicious.
- Don't be afraid to add more red pepper flakes. If you like a little more heat, add more red pepper flakes to taste.
Conclusion:
This peppery pasta with arugula and shrimp is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try.
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