Shrimp primavera is a classic Italian-American pasta dish that combines the flavors of fresh shrimp, vegetables, and a light, creamy sauce. While there are many variations of this dish, all recipes typically include shrimp cooked in a flavorful sauce, along with a variety of vegetables, and served over pasta. The most common vegetables found in shrimp primavera are broccoli, bell peppers, mushrooms, and tomatoes, but there are many other options, such as zucchini, asparagus, or spinach. The sauce commonly used in this dish is a white wine sauce, but a tomato-based sauce or a simple olive oil and lemon sauce can also be used.
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SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA
They say the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. So when I invite that special guy to dinner, I like to prepare something equally wonderful. This well-seasoned pasta dish has lots of flavor, and it won't hurt your budget! -Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shrimp and asparagus in oil until shrimp turn pink, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the mushrooms, broth, tomato, salt and pepper flakes; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta and seasonings to skillet; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 581 calories, Fat 32g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
PENNE PRIMAVERA WITH SHRIMP
A delicate cream sauce seasoned with garlic enhances this mouthwatering combination of pasta, veggies and shrimp. "Feel free to substitute other vegetables, like asparagus, green beans or zucchini."-Rosemarie Bronko, Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in pasta; cook for 7 minutes. Add carrots; cook for 4 minutes. Add peas; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until pasta and vegetables are tender. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, saute shrimp and garlic in oil until shrimp turn pink. Reduce heat to medium; stir in the cream, broth, lemon juice, salt and pepper. , Drain pasta and vegetables; add to shrimp mixture. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Transfer to a serving bowl; sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 169mg cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
SHRIMP AND PASTA PRIMAVERA
This came from the first onslaught of zucchini from my garden, coupled with a handful of this-n-that from the fridge. A very forgiving recipe - more of a technique to me - as the ingredients can be interchanged to suit tastes and fridge contents.
Provided by Ma Field
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and garlic. (the olive oil keeps the butter from scorching).
- Saute garlic for about 1 minute.
- Add vegetables and saute until just crisp-tender.
- Add shrimp and saute until just heated through.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Squeeze juice of half a lemon over all. Continue to cook about 2 minutes until juices have been reduced by about half.
- Remove from heat.
- Toss vegetables and shrimp with pasta. Serve topped with parmesan cheese and additional salt and pepper if desired.
CREAMY SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA
This is a fun recipe that me and my family developed ourselves. It is really flexible and you can swap out ingredients and change measurements to your liking.
Provided by Littlechef
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Spaghetti Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
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 heat. Add onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in mushrooms and bell pepper; cook until bell pepper has softened and mushrooms are lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add shrimp, white wine, and oregano. Cook until shrimp are almost cooked through and turning pink, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add cream and butter. Simmer, stirring constantly, for 8 minutes. Add cooked spaghetti, mix to combine, and turn off heat. If cream sauce is too thin, thicken with flour. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 495.4 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 237.3 mg, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 332.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
SHRIMP FETTUCCINE PRIMAVERA
An easy one-dish meal with shrimp and vegetables cooked along with the fettuccine. Yogurt, Parmesan cheese and fresh lemon are tossed with the pasta for this flavorful pasta dish.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In Dutch oven, cook fettuccine as directed on package, adding shrimp, asparagus and bell pepper during last 4 minutes of cook time. Cook until fettuccine is tender and shrimp is pink. Drain well; return to Dutch oven.
- In medium bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Add to fettuccini mixture, tossing to coat. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, just until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
SHRIMP PRIMAVERA WITH GOAT CHEESE
This dish is one of my favorites. If you like goat cheese it will become one of yours as well. I was inspired to make this dish after trying a similar one made with chicken at a local restaurant. Serve with a nice crusty loaf of french bread, a garden salad, and a glass of your favorite red wine!
Provided by Luna's Mom
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green onions and garlic until onions are tender, about 4 minutes. Add artichokes, tomatoes, capers, and chipotle chile powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer. Place shrimp into sauce; cook and stir until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes.
- Divide pasta evenly into 4 bowls and top with shrimp and tomato sauce. Scatter goat cheese over sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Cholesterol 202.5 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 38.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 750.1 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
SHRIMP AND PENNE PRIMAVERA
Pasta's reputation - restored! With the bad press that pasta's been getting in these carb-phobic times, you may have given it up entirely. The truth is, pasta is only a problem when the noodles make the meal. The trick is rounding it out with healthy add-ins. Here, Whole Foods Markets' executive chef Steven Petsevsky has tossed in a day's supply of vegetables; they supply lots of vitamin C and good-for-you phytochemicals - plus fiber. Shrimp adds a kick of protein, and a handful of fresh herbs makes all the flavors sparkle. Self's testers' verdict: yum.
Categories Pasta Tomato Sauté Low Fat Shrimp Artichoke Broccoli Summer Self
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small bowl, soak sun-dried tomatoes in hot water 20 minutes to soften. Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling salted water until tender, then drain in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Heat oil in a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Sauté shrimp, onion, peppers, broccoli florets, garlic and oregano 5 minutes, adding a bit of water to prevent sticking if needed. Mince the softened sun-dried tomatoes and add to the pan with artichokes, tomato wedges and cooked pasta; continue to cook, stirring, about 2 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender and pasta is heated through. Add herbs; serve immediately.
OLIVE GARDEN SHRIMP PRIMAVERA
I received an email this morning with a few Olive Garden Copycat recipes in it. Here is one of them that I don't see posted on Zaar yet.
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 40m
Yield 4 dished, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt butter in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cook one minute. Add remaining spice and tomato ingredients, stir well and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large saute pan, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Saute vegetables about 3 minutes until crisp - tender. Add to the sauce and simmer 5 minutes more.
- Cook pasta according to directions. When pasta is almost done, stir shrimp into sauce to heat through. Do not boil. Spoon Primavera over hot linguine. Pass Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 729.1, Fat 27.9, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 287.2, Sodium 1182, Carbohydrate 88.8, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 4.6, Protein 35.2
SHRIMP PRIMAVERA ALFREDO
The secret to this delicious pasta dish lies in an array of fresh vegetables, quick-cooking shrimp, and prepared Alfredo sauce, jazzed up with two simple ingredients.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook and drain linguine as directed on package; cover to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, place asparagus, carrots, mushrooms, sugar snap peas and 1/2 cup water. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 4 to 6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Add shrimp; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until shrimp are pink. Drain; return mixture to skillet.
- Stir in Alfredo sauce, chives and lemon peel. Simmer uncovered 2 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture is thoroughly heated. Serve over linguine. If desired, garnish with additional chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 190 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 6 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g
PESTO PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH SHRIMP
Make and share this Pesto Pasta Primavera With Shrimp recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories European
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Meanwhile, heat large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add pine nuts; cook, stirring, until just golden, 1-2 minutes. Remove nuts from pan; reserve.
- In same skillet, heat oil. Add shrimp; cook, stirring, until just turning pink, 1-2 minutes. Add squash; cook until slightly softened, 2-3 minutes. Add reserved cooking water and pesto, then snap peas and pasta; gently toss until well-coated and heated through. Remove from heat; stir in tomatoes, bocconcini and basil. Serve sprinkled with pine nuts.
SHRIMP ALFREDO PRIMAVERA
Put dinner on the table in less than half an hour! Frozen sweet peas add pretty specks of color.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crisp. Stir in peas; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water; cover and cook 3 to 5 minutes or until peas are tender and water has evaporated. Add shrimp; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until shrimp are pink and firm.
- Stir in Alfredo sauce and pasta. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with chives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1/2 g
FUSILLI PRIMAVERA WITH SHRIMP
Provided by Maura Egan
Categories dinner, pastas, main course
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a saucepan of lightly salted water to boiling. Add the string beans and cook for about 5 minutes. Remove. Place in a bowl of ice water to cool. In the same boiling water, cook the carrots for about 5 minutes; cool as for the string beans. Add the asparagus tips to the same boiling water and cook for about 3 minutes. Cool, as for the other vegetables.
- In about 1 cup lightly salted boiling water, cook the shrimp until pink, about 3 minutes. Remove from water and cool.
- Boil the pasta in salted water as the package directs for al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water; drain pasta. Cool and place in a serving bowl. Add the cooked vegetables; the raw tomatoes, bell pepper and radishes; and the shrimp. Sprinkle with parsley and olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss. Add a little pasta cooking water and toss again. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 452, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 786 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH SHRIMP
Kimberly Wagner of Castle Rock, Colorado added shrimp to a simple, easy primavera, and the result was a timely and fabulous dinner bursting with flavor in every bite. Kimberly's Pasta Primavera with Shrimp capitalizes on summer's bounty with five different types of fresh vegetables in a dish that's perfect for special summer occasions.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook linguine according to package directions, adding shrimp and vegetables during the last 4 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the flour, cream and broth until smooth. Add the cheese, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Drain linguine mixture and return to the pan. Add cream sauce; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 218mg cholesterol, Sodium 682mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
SHRIMP PENNE PRIMAVERA
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in pasta; cook for 7 minutes. Add carrots; cook for 4 minutes. Add peas; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until pasta and vegetables are tender. , Meanwhile, in another saucepan, saute shrimp and garlic in oil until shrimp turn pink. Reduce heat to medium; stir in the milk, broth, lemon juice, salt and pepper. , Drain pasta and vegetables; add to shrimp mixture. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Stir in cheese. Transfer to a serving bowl; sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 132mg cholesterol, Sodium 447mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SHRIMP PRIMAVERA WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
This recipe is very similar to a recipe which was served at Tucci Benucch Italian restaurant in Chicago. It is very quick and easy to prepare and has become a family favorite.
Provided by lovebnamomof9
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Pasta Primavera Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain.
- Meanwhile, dissolve chicken bouillon in 2 cups boiling water in a large bowl. Add sun-dried tomatoes and soak for 5 minutes. Remove tomatoes and chop coarsely, reserving liquid.
- Melt butter in olive oil over medium heat; add garlic and cook and stir until it begins to brown. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, reserved soaking liquid, stewed tomatoes, artichokes, salt, oregano, basil, hot pepper sauce, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Add shrimp; cook and stir until shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes.
- Serve shrimp and tomato sauce over angel hair pasta. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63.3 g, Cholesterol 102.1 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1578.3 mg, Sugar 6.9 g
PESTO SHRIMP PRIMAVERA
This is a simple dish. If you use the already made pesto in the refrigerated section, people will think you worked forever to make this. I can not eat this-I'm allergic to seafood--but my family tells me it's wonderful (I hate them).
Provided by southern chef in lo
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Toss the hot penne pasta with 3 tablespoons of pesto sauce. Put pasta on large platter and cover to keep warm.
- Over medium high heat, cook the peppers and onion in oil 8 minutes. Add the zucchini, shrimp and salt; cook for 8 more minutes or until the shrimp are opaque, stirring frequently.
- Top the pasta with mixture; add the remaining pesto and toss.
SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA
Wonderful pasta recipe made with shrimp and veggies makes hearty dinner ready in 35 minutes.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
- While pasta is cooking, heat broth to boiling in 2-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Stir in broccoli and mushrooms. Cover and simmer about 6 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender; remove from heat.
- Stir in cheese and basil until cheese is melted. Stir in tomatoes and shrimp. Cook uncovered over medium heat, stirring occasionally, just until heated through. Toss with pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 135 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 620 mg
SPICY SHRIMP PRIMAVERA
A spicy shrimp tomato sauce! Allergic to shellfish? Just don't like shrimp? Use small bite-size pieces of chicken for the shrimp or just go meatless!
Provided by GREMLIN9735
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Pasta Primavera Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, jalapeno pepper, mushrooms, and 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon paprika and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder.
- Transfer bell pepper mixture to a large saucepan. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, fresh tomato, water, 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, salt, oregano, and black pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook angel hair in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain.
- Stir shrimp into tomato sauce until heated through, about 5 minutes. Serve sauce over angel hair pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.9 g, Cholesterol 147.6 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1316.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g
QUICK & EASY SHRIMP PRIMAVERA
Think I got this recipe from a Kraft magazine, but not really sure. Very simple to make and is done in no time.
Provided by jonesies
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package.
- Meanwhile, heat dressing in large nonstick skillet on medium heat.
- Add shrimp, vegetables and garlic; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until shrimp are pink and vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Drain pasta; toss with shrimp mixture.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and lemon peel.
ROTINI PRIMAVERA WITH SHRIMP
Use whatever vegetables are in season, aiming for a nice mix of colors and flavors. A tasty, colorful weeknight meal.
Provided by dianegrapegrower
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put 2 quarts salted water on high heat for cooking the pasta. While the water heats, prep all the vegetables. (If using frozen shrimp, thaw them).
- When the water boils, start cooking pasta according to package directions. Drain and keep warm if done before the vegetables.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high. Add mushrooms, onion, and bell pepper, stirring occasionally.
- When the mushrooms are tender, add the vegetables, continuing to stir.
- When the vegetables reach the hot-crisp state, add the kale, tomatoes, shrimp, and garlic. Cover and reduce heat to low.
- When kale and shrimp are cooked, add drained pasta to the vegetable mixture. Add basil, and stir to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.9, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 95.2, Sodium 437.4, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 19.5
Tips for Making the Best Shrimp Primavera:
- Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your shrimp primavera will taste. Look for shrimp that are firm and pink, and vegetables that are crisp and brightly colored.
- Cook the Shrimp Properly: Shrimp cooks quickly, so it's important not to overcook it. Cook the shrimp until it is just pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Don't Crowd the Pan: When cooking the shrimp and vegetables, make sure not to crowd the pan. This will prevent the food from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick.
- Use a Variety of Vegetables: Shrimp primavera is a great dish to use up leftover vegetables. You can use any type of vegetables that you like, but some good options include asparagus, broccoli, bell peppers, and zucchini.
- Season to Taste: Shrimp primavera is a versatile dish that can be seasoned to your liking. Add salt, pepper, garlic, and other herbs and spices to taste.
Conclusion:
Shrimp primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With its vibrant colors and flavors, shrimp primavera is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a tasty and healthy meal, give shrimp primavera a try!
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