Description
Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta is a vibrant and delicious dish that marries the rich flavors of sautéed shrimp, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes, all enveloped in a light garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it both a quick and nutritious option. With its eye-catching presentation and mouthwatering aroma, this pasta dish is sure to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or preferred pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water; drain.
- Sauté shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant. Add shrimp, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until shrimp turns pink (3-5 minutes).
- Combine: Stir in tomatoes and spinach; add broth. Cook until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften (3-4 minutes). Toss in cooked pasta with reserved water to create a sauce.
- Serve: Plate the dish hot, topped with Parmesan cheese and garnished with basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg