Best 6 Creamy Shrimp Pasta Primavera Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our creamy shrimp pasta primavera, a delectable dish that tantalizes taste buds with its rich flavors and vibrant colors. This pasta dish is a symphony of fresh vegetables, succulent shrimp, and a creamy sauce that blends perfectly with every bite. The shrimp is cooked to perfection, offering a tender and juicy texture that pairs harmoniously with the al dente pasta. The vegetables, an orchestra of flavors, add a delightful crunch and sweetness, while the creamy sauce envelops everything in a velvety embrace. This recipe is not only a treat for your palate but also a visual masterpiece, sure to impress at any dinner table. Along with the main recipe, you'll also discover variations like the creamy sun-dried tomato shrimp pasta, a zesty and tangy twist, and the creamy pesto shrimp pasta, where nutty pesto and shrimp create a harmonious union of flavors.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA



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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

4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
8 jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
6 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 small plum tomato, peeled, seeded and diced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, oregano, thyme and parsley
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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.

CREAMY SHRIMP PASTA PRIMAVERA



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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

½ (8 ounce) package spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped onions
1 large clove garlic, minced
⅓ cup sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 splash white wine
1 pinch dried oregano
½ cup heavy cream, or to taste
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste

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

ONE-POT PASTA PRIMAVERA WITH SHRIMP



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This lightning-fast version of the classic pasta recipe calls for just the right amount of water that magically cooks down to create a silky sauce (no draining necessary!). Bright green vegetables, cherry tomatoes, and plump shrimp round out this springy meal that can be enjoyed all year round.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     22-Minute Meals     Quick and Healthy     Quick & Easy     Spring     Pasta     Garlic     Broccoli     Green Bean     Shrimp     Tomato     Pea     Parmesan     Dinner     Seafood     Shellfish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces short pasta, such as penne or fusilli
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 1/2 teaspoons (or more) kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon (or more) freshly ground black pepper
1 (10-ounce) bag frozen broccoli florets
6 ounces green beans, preferably haricots verts, trimmed
8 ounces large shrimp, peeled, deveined, tails left on
1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
1 cup frozen green peas
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan, plus more for serving
1/4 cup coarsely chopped basil
Red pepper flakes (for serving; optional)

Steps:

  • Place pasta in a large, wide-bottomed pot or large, wide, straight-sided pan. Add garlic, salt, black pepper, and 3 1/2 cups hot water. Cover and bring to a boil. Once boiling, uncover and cook, setting a timer for cooking pasta according to package directions and stirring often. When 5 minutes remain on timer, stir in broccoli and green beans. Cover pot and return to a boil. (If pot starts to dry out at any point, add another 1/2 cup water.) When 2 minutes remain on timer, stir in shrimp, tomatoes, peas, and butter. Cover and continue to cook 2 minutes, then uncover and cook, stirring, until pasta is tender, shrimp are cooked through, and water is almost completely evaporated, about 1 minute more.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in lemon zest and 3/4 cup Parmesan and toss to coat. Season with more salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Divide pasta among plates. Top with basil, additional Parmesan, and red pepper, if using.

CREAMY PASTA PRIMAVERA



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When I think of springtime, asparagus comes to mind. This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of tender, crisp, colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 medium carrots, shredded
2 teaspoons canola oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute asparagus and carrots in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the cheese, cream and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with asparagus mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHRIMP AND PASTA PRIMAVERA



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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

3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
4 cups assorted fresh vegetables, chopped coarsely (I used zucchini, broccoli, red onion and yellow peppers)
8 ounces shrimp, frozen cooked peeled and deveined (I used a lot less!)
1/2 lemon, juice of
black pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
4 ounces parmesan cheese (shredded or shaved)
8 ounces cooked pasta (I used vermicelli)

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 PENNE PASTA PRIMAVERA



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Asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and carrots are tossed in a delicious and rich cream sauce.

Provided by gretchen

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Pasta Primavera Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3 carrots, cut into strips
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup heavy whipping cream
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat-high heat; saute asparagus and carrots until tender yet firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and garlic; saute until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir Parmesan cheese, cream, and black pepper into vegetable mixture until cheese melts and sauce is smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add pasta to sauce and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.3 calories, Carbohydrate 65.1 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 22.2 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure all of your ingredients are prepped and ready to go. This will help you save time and ensure that your dish comes together smoothly.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your dish will taste. Whenever possible, use fresh vegetables, herbs, and seafood.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the shrimp and vegetables, be sure to not overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick.
  • Cook the shrimp until they are just opaque: Overcooked shrimp are tough and rubbery. Cook them just until they turn opaque and pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Add the cream and cheese at the end: Adding the cream and cheese too early will cause them to curdle. Wait until the shrimp and vegetables are cooked through before stirring them in.
  • Season to taste: Always taste your dish before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your taste.

Conclusion:

This creamy shrimp pasta primavera is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. The combination of shrimp, vegetables, and creamy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this creamy shrimp pasta primavera a try. You won't be disappointed!

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