Best 8 Penne With Spinach Shrimp Tomatoes And Basil Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our enticing Penne with Spinach, Shrimp, Tomatoes, and Basil recipe. This delectable dish combines succulent shrimp, vibrant spinach, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil, all tossed in a luscious tomato sauce. The penne pasta provides a hearty base for this flavorful combination, while the Parmesan cheese adds a nutty richness that ties all the ingredients together.

In addition to the main recipe, we also offer variations to cater to different dietary preferences and taste buds. For those who prefer a vegetarian option, we have a delectable recipe for Penne with Spinach, Tomatoes, and Basil, where the shrimp is replaced with grilled tofu or roasted vegetables.

For those who crave a creamy and cheesy indulgence, our recipe for Penne with Spinach, Shrimp, Tomatoes, and Vodka Sauce is a must-try. The vodka sauce adds a subtle heat and a luscious creaminess that elevates the flavors of the dish.

Seafood enthusiasts will delight in our recipe for Penne with Shrimp, Scallops, and Spinach. This seafood extravaganza combines tender shrimp and succulent scallops with spinach, tomatoes, and a savory white wine sauce. The result is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures.

If you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, our recipe for One-Pot Penne with Spinach, Shrimp, and Tomatoes is perfect for you. This speedy dish is prepared in a single pot, making cleanup a breeze. The vibrant flavors and ease of preparation make this recipe a winner for busy home cooks.

No matter your dietary preferences or culinary skills, our collection of Penne with Spinach, Shrimp, Tomatoes, and Basil recipes offers something for everyone. Embark on a culinary journey and discover your new favorite pasta dish.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PARMESAN SHRIMP PASTA



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Looking for a creamy shrimp pasta? This Tuscan Shrimp Penne from Delish.com hits the spot.

Categories     shrimp pasta recipes     shrimp recipes     creamy pasta recipes     easy pasta recipes     italian shrimp recipes     how to cook shrimp for pasta

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

kosher salt
12 oz. penne
2 tbsp. butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1 lb. medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tbsp. Freshly Chopped Parsley
3 c. baby spinach
1 c. crushed or diced canned tomatoes
3/4 c. heavy cream
1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add red pepper flakes and shrimp and season with salt and pepper. Cook until shrimp is pink, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Add parsley and combine. Set shrimp aside on a plate (keep juices in skillet).
  • To skillet, add spinach and season with salt. Let wilt, 2 minutes, then add tomatoes, heavy cream, 1/4 cup pasta water, and Parmesan and simmer, 5 minutes.
  • Add shrimp and cooked penne and stir until combined. (If you want it more saucy, add remaining 1/4 cup pasta water.)
  • Garnish with Parm and serve.

PENNE WITH TOMATOES AND BASIL



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
1/4 large Spanish onion, finely diced
4 cloves garlic, crushed with a sprinkle of kosher salt and finely chopped to a paste
One 28-ounce can plum tomatoes
8 ounces penne pasta
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus 3/4 cup, for garnish
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
12 fresh basil leaves, torn
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Calabrian red chile flakes
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1/2 cup fresh ricotta, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the canola oil in a large high-sided saute pan or saucepan over high heat until it begins to shimmer. Add the onions, garlic and tomatoes with the juice. Mash the tomatoes with a potato masher in the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the tomatoes begin to soften, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil, add the penne and 2 tablespoons salt and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water. Drain the pasta.
  • Mash the tomatoes again until coarsely chopped. Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of pasta water to thin out the sauce and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Thin with additional pasta water if necessary.
  • Transfer the pasta to the sauce; season with salt and pepper. Add some of the Parmigiano-Reggiano to the pan and combine. Cook the pasta in the sauce for 1 to 2 minutes, adding more grated cheese as the pasta cooks. Add some of the basil and parsley and the chile flakes and then drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the pasta to a large shallow serving dish and top with freshly grated cheese. Top with the ricotta and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Garnish with the remaining basil and parsley; serve immediately.

PENNE WITH SHRIMP



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A light but tasty Italian dish!

Provided by K Douglas

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
¼ cup white wine
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and garlic, and cook until onion is tender. Mix in wine and tomatoes, and continue cooking 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix shrimp into the skillet, and cook 5 minutes, or until opaque. Toss with pasta and top with Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.3 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 398.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

TOMATO BASIL PENNE PASTA



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A Mediterranean-style family staple.

Provided by Elisa Stamm

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package penne pasta
1 tablespoon basil oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. Cook pasta in boiling water until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat basil and olive oils in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook garlic in oil until soft. Add tomatoes, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in pepperjack, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. When cheese begins to melt, mix in cooked penne pasta. Season with fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 57.8 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 24.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 461.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SHRIMP, TOMATO, AND BASIL PASTA



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The summery flavors of cherry tomatoes and fresh basil pair perfectly with sautéed shrimp in this light pasta dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails removed)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
6 teaspoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, in juice
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 pound linguine
1 1/2 cups lightly packed fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces, plus extra leaves for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Season shrimp with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 4 teaspoons oil over high. Add shrimp; cook until opaque throughout, turning occasionally, 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl; set aside.
  • Make sauce: To the same skillet, add remaining 2 teaspoons oil and garlic; cook over medium heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add canned tomatoes and their juice, along with 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes have softened and are saucy, about 15 minutes. Remove sauce from heat; stir in cherry tomatoes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain; return pasta to pot. Add tomato sauce, shrimp, and basil; season with salt and pepper, and toss. Serve immediately, garnished with basil leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 44 g

PENNE WITH SPINACH, SHRIMP, TOMATOES AND BASIL



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Categories     Pasta     Shellfish     Sauté

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces Penne Pasta
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 pound Uncooked Medium Shrimp (deveined)
3 cloves Garlic Cloves, minced
5 Plum Tomatoes, large cut into thin wedges (I also substitue cherry tomatoes)
6 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil
3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
2 teaspoons Grated Lemon Peel
6 cups Baby Spinach Leaves (about 6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling saleted water until just tender but still firm to bite. Ladle 1 cup pasta cooking liquid into small bowl and reserve. Drain pasta. Return pasta to pot; cover to keep hot.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Sprinkle shrimp with salt and pepper. Add shrimp and garlic to skillet and saute 2 minutes or until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside. Add tomatoies, 4 tablespoons basil, lemon juice and lemon peel and saute for about 3 minutes. Add shrimp back to pan and continue cooking until shrimp are cooked all the way through, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add spinach leaves to hot pasta; toss auntil spinach wilts. Add shrimp mixture and toss to blend. Add enough of reserved pasta cooking liquid to moisten. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer pasta to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons basil and serve.

PENNE WITH SHRIMP AND HERBED CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound penne pasta
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, and deveined
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1 (15-ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained, roughly chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup white wine
1/3 cup clam juice
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Cook, stirring frequently until the shrimp turn pink and is cooked through, about 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove the shrimp and set aside.
  • Add the tomatoes, 1/4 cup basil, 1/4 cup parsley, and the red pepper flakes. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the wine, clam juice, and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes until the sauce thickens. Add 1/4 cup of the Parmesan, the cooked shrimp, the cooked pasta, and the remaining herbs. Toss together until all ingredients are coated. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer the pasta to a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and serve immediately.

SPICY SHRIMP & PENNE PASTA



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I created this creamy pasta dish when I needed to use up some marinara. Red pepper flakes give it a little heat, which my family loves. It's super versatile, so try it with chicken, or simply stir in some fresh basil, too. -Lorri Stout, Gaithersburg, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked penne pasta (about 12 ounces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
1 jar (24 ounces) marinara sauce
3/4 cup half-and-half cream
4 cups chopped fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain., In a large skillet, heat 1/2 tablespoon each butter and oil over medium-high heat. Saute 1 pound shrimp with 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes until shrimp turns pink, 3-5 minutes. Remove from pan; repeat., In same skillet, combine marinara sauce and cream; bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in spinach until wilted. Add pasta and shrimp; toss and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 206mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The freshness of your ingredients will greatly impact the flavor of your dish. Opt for vibrant, ripe tomatoes, tender spinach, succulent shrimp, and aromatic basil.
  • Properly Clean and Prep Your Ingredients: Clean and devein the shrimp thoroughly. Remove any wilted or yellowed spinach leaves. Rinse the tomatoes and basil gently to preserve their flavor and texture.
  • Cook the Pasta Perfectly: Follow the package instructions for cooking the pasta. Al dente pasta is slightly firm to the bite and holds its shape well.
  • Season Generously: Don't be shy with the seasonings. Freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes add depth and flavor to the dish.
  • Add the Spinach at the End: Spinach cooks quickly, so add it towards the end of the cooking process to retain its vibrant green color and nutrients.

Conclusion:

This delicious and colorful penne with spinach, shrimp, tomatoes, and basil is a delightful meal that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean in one flavorful dish. It's a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. The shrimp adds a succulent and tender texture, while the spinach provides a healthy and vibrant green color. This dish is sure to impress your family and friends, whether it's a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. Enjoy the burst of flavors and aromas in every bite!

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