Best 3 Shrimp With Roasted Garlic Pesto Pasta Recipes

Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our exquisite Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Pesto Pasta. This delectable dish combines succulent shrimp, vibrant pesto, roasted garlic, and perfectly cooked pasta to create a harmonious symphony of flavors. The vibrant green hue of the pesto, bursting with the aromatic essence of basil, garlic, and pine nuts, adds a lively touch to the plate. Succulent shrimp, seared to perfection, lend a tender and briny complement to the dish. Roasted garlic cloves, with their caramelized sweetness, provide a rich and savory depth of flavor. The pasta, cooked al dente, serves as a sturdy foundation for this flavorful symphony. This recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes, making it a perfect choice for a special occasion or a delightful weeknight meal. Explore the detailed recipe instructions and embark on a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PESTO PASTA WITH SHRIMP

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Ingredients

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

Ingredients

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.

SHRIMP AND VEGGIE PESTO PASTA

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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

Ingredients

10 garlic cloves
1 bunch parsley
1 lb shrimp
1/4 th cup pesto sauce (used this pre-made italian version which can be found here )
1 dash black pepper
1 jalapeno
1 dash dried basil
1 dash dried oregano
1 dash red pepper flakes
1 cup broccoli, florets (I used broccolli, but this would also go great with mushrooms, asparagus, or zucchini)
1 lime
1 dash parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)
2 cups pasta (of your choice, I used orecchiette )

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:

To save time, use store-bought pesto. Look for a brand that uses high-quality ingredients and has a bright green color.
If you have the time, make your own pesto. It's easy to do and you can control the ingredients.
Use fresh shrimp for the best flavor. Frozen shrimp can be used, but thaw them completely before cooking.
Don't overcook the shrimp. They should be cooked through, but still slightly pink in the center.
Add the shrimp to the pasta at the end of the cooking time so they don't overcook.
Garnish the pasta with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.

Conclusion:

Shrimp with Roasted Garlic Pesto Pasta is an easy and delicious weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover shrimp. The pesto adds a bright, garlicky flavor to the pasta, and the shrimp are cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table. You should also try other variations available in the article, including a vegetarian option.