Best 7 Pasta W Pesto Shrimp Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our enticing pasta with pesto shrimp dish. This delectable meal combines the vibrant green hues of pesto, the succulent sweetness of shrimp, and the comforting embrace of pasta to create a culinary masterpiece. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the depths of this flavorful dish, exploring variations such as creamy pesto shrimp pasta, sun-dried tomato pesto shrimp pasta, and the classic pesto shrimp pasta, each offering a unique twist to tantalize your taste buds. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

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PESTO SHRIMP PASTA



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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

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
3/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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.

FRESH PESTO SHRIMP PASTA



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 portions

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 pounds 21/25 count shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons minced red onion
1/4 cup dry white wine, plus more if needed
1 cup heavy cream
1 pound spaghetti, cooked
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup thin-sliced tomato skin, julienned

Steps:

  • For the pesto: In a food processor, puree the nuts, garlic and 2 tablespoons olive oil until smooth. Next, add the basil and mint and pulse until the leaves are minced. Add the cheese and pulse 4 to 5 times. Finally, drizzle in the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil to finish.
  • For the pasta: In saute pan over high heat, add the grapeseed oil and allow to come to the verge of smoking. Next, add the shrimp and reduce the heat to medium. Continue to cook the shrimp until medium doneness, about 2 minutes, stirring throughout the time. After the shrimp are medium, add the onions and allow to cook until translucent, another 2 minutes. Add 1/4 cup pesto, stir, and then deglaze the pan with the white wine. Add the heavy cream and allow to reduce by half the volume, 2 to 3 minutes. Finally, add the pasta and stir. Finish seasoning with salt, pepper and additional wine if necessary. Allow to warm for 2 minutes, and then portion and serve. Top with the parsley and tomatoes.

PESTO PASTA WITH SHRIMP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Pulse 3 cups fresh basil, 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts and 1 garlic clove in a food processor. Pulse in 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons each grated Parmesan and olive oil until smooth. Cook 12 ounces bucatini; reserve 1/2 cup cooking water. Toss the pasta with the pesto, 1 pound steamed chopped asparagus, 8 ounces sauteed shrimp and the reserved cooking water. Top with toasted breadcrumbs.

SHRIMP PESTO PASTA



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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

1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Juice and zest of 1 lemon, divided
kosher salt
Freshly cracked black pepper
3 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1 lb. linguini
1/3 c. pesto
1/3 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
1 tbsp. lemon zest
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes

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.

PASTA W/ PESTO SHRIMP



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Make and share this Pasta W/ Pesto Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MixnVixn

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 1 cup, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb large shrimp, peeled, tails-off, deveined, rinsed
1 (13 1/2 ounce) box whole wheat fusilli (cork screw pasta)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 cup prepared pesto sauce
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 cups fresh tomatoes, halved (cherry or grape tomatoes)
1 bunch fresh Baby Spinach (pre-bagged or bulk)
sea salt
pepper
garlic salt

Steps:

  • Season shrimp with salt/pepper/garlic salt and set aside.
  • Bring a large stock pot to a boil. Salt generously. Add pasta and cook for 6-8 minutes. Drain and rinse with warm water. Set aside.
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet to med-high heat with 1 tbsp of oil. Add shrimp in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until shrimp turn a light pink and curl slightly. Remove from pan.
  • To hot pan add remaining olive oil. Once oil is hot, add onions. Saute until tender.
  • Add white wine and lemon juice, scraping the bottom of pan with back of spoon.
  • Add pesto and stir until smooth.
  • Replace shrimp and pasta to pan and heat through.
  • Remove from heat and add tomatoes and fresh spinach tossing lightly until everything is coated with the sauce.
  • Serve with some crusty garlic toast and enjoy!

PESTO SHRIMP PASTA



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This is a great dish for company!

Provided by averynmartin

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
1 cup fresh basil leaves
¼ cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, or to taste
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (8 ounce) package sugar snap peas
¾ pound peeled and deveined shrimp
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper

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

PESTO SHRIMP PASTA TOSS



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In just 30 minutes, Fran Scott of Birmingham, Michigan whips up this elegant entree. Coated in pesto and topped with walnuts and Parmesan, the mix of pasta, shrimp and vegetables adds a dressy touch to any weeknight meal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

9 ounces uncooked linguine
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 medium yellow summer squash, sliced
1 cup fresh baby carrots, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup prepared pesto
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted, optional

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions, adding shrimp during the last minute. Meanwhile, in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, combine the asparagus, squash and carrots. Drizzle with butter; sprinkle with lemon-pepper and salt. , Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring once., Drain linguine and shrimp; transfer to a serving bowl. Add the vegetable mixture and pesto; toss gently. Sprinkle with cheese and walnuts if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 559mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Pasta with Pesto Shrimp

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp. Shrimp cooks very quickly, so it's important to cook it just until it's opaque and pink.
  • Use a good-quality pesto. You can make your own pesto or use a store-bought brand.
  • Add some vegetables to your pasta. This will make your dish more nutritious and colorful.
  • Serve your pasta with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This will add a delicious finishing touch.

Conclusion

This pasta with pesto shrimp is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. The pesto sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the shrimp is cooked to perfection. You can also add some vegetables to your pasta, such as broccoli, zucchini, or bell peppers. This will make your dish more nutritious and colorful. Serve your pasta with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a delicious finishing touch.

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