Garlic and pesto are a match made in flavor heaven, and adding them to a shrimp pasta dish transforms it into a gourmet meal. The succulent shrimp, cooked to perfection, are coated in a creamy pesto sauce that is infused with the roasted garlic, creating a symphony of flavors that tantalize the taste buds.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
PESTO SHRIMP PASTA
A dash of red pepper puts zip in this lively main dish from Gloria Jones Grenga of Newnan, Georgia.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine 1 tablespoon oil, basil, lemon juice, garlic and salt; cover and process until smooth. , In a large skillet, saute asparagus in remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add shrimp and pepper flakes. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink. , Drain spaghetti; place in a large bowl. Add basil mixture; toss to coat. Add shrimp mixture and mix well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
SHRIMP PESTO PASTA
This shrimp pesto pasta from Delish.com is the only pasta recipe you need this summer.
Categories pesto pasta recipe shrimp pasta recipe pesto shrimp summer pasta recipe pesto shrimp pasta recipe
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add shrimp and squeeze in half the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and cook until shrimp are pink, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- Deglaze pan with remaining lemon juice. Add chicken broth and linguine and bring to a boil. Cook until most chicken broth is absorbed and pasta al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and toss in pesto, Parmesan, lemon zest, and cooked shrimp. Top with more Parmesan and red pepper flakes and serve.
ROASTED SHRIMP TOSSED WITH PARSLEY PESTO
Steps:
- 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, roasted using your favorite method, and allowed to cool to room temperature
- Combine all the ingredients except for the oil and shrimp in a food processor. Pulse about 1 minute, slowly pouring the oil into the processor, to make a smooth pesto.
- Serve pesto with the shrimp on the side as a dipping sauce or toss the shrimp with the pesto.
PESTO SHRIMP PASTA
This is a great dish for company!
Provided by averynmartin
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain.
- Blend basil, lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, and salt in a blender until smooth.
- Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir sugar snap peas in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Add shrimp and red pepper; continue to cook until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes. Stir basil sauce into the shrimp mixture and remove from heat; spoon over spaghetti to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 86.1 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 295.6 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA
Garlic butter, prepared in the microwave, is the secret to this easily and quickly prepared dish. This recipe is really great whether you are having dinner with the family or with friends.
Provided by Lisa
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Shrimp
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water with vegetable oil until al dente.
- Meanwhile, place the shrimp in boiling salted water for 3 to 5 minutes, just until they turn pink. Cooking time will depend on the size of the shrimp. Remove the tails, and place in a bowl of warm water.
- In a microwave safe bowl, mix butter or margarine and minced garlic. Microwave on high for 45 seconds, or until melted. Stir.
- Drain pasta, and transfer to a serving dish. Toss with garlic butter and shrimp. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 127 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
SHRIMP AND VEGGIE PESTO PASTA
Pasta can be flavorful... and healthy This spicy, garlic pesto shrimp pasta is packed with mouth-watering flavors. Its still creamy from the pesto yet light without all the heavy cream that is typical of pasta dishes. The charred broccoli in the dish brings a great crunch to complement the shrimp. This dish is truly the best of both worlds... flavor and health. I used an orecchiette pasta from Italy for this dish, but feel free to incorporate your favorite type of pasta. I have tried this recipe in the past with angel hair pasta and spaghetti.
Provided by Ankitha Gadag
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 18m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Grind the garlic, parsley and jalapeno into a paste.
- Heat olive oil in low heat, and add the parsley pesto blend (from step #1) into the pan.
- Add in the shrimp to this mix.
- Cook on low heat for a few minutes Add the lime, salt, and black pepper at this point. You want to heavily coat the shrimp with the black pepper.
- After cooking for 5-7 mins, add the broccoli florets, pesto, and all other spices. Stir in and cover for 5-10 minutes.
- Once the flavors are cooked into the shrimp and the veggies, it will form a gravy. At this point you can add in the pasta.and stir. You can avoid overcooking the shrimp by turning off the heat before the shrimp start to form into circular rings.
- Top with a heaping spoonful of Parmesan, and serve! Voila!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.2, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 442, Carbohydrate 37.7, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 17.3
Tips:
- Choose high-quality shrimp for the best flavor and texture. Look for shrimp that are firm and have a vibrant color.
- Don't overcook the shrimp, or they will become tough and rubbery. Cook them just until they are opaque and pink.
- Use a good quality olive oil for the pesto. This will help to give the pesto a rich and flavorful taste.
- If you don't have time to roast the garlic, you can use jarred roasted garlic instead.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your taste.
- Serve the shrimp with roasted garlic pesto pasta immediately, garnished with fresh basil.
Conclusion:
This shrimp with roasted garlic pesto pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The shrimp are cooked to perfection and the pesto is flavorful and creamy. The pasta is a great way to soak up all of the delicious sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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