Green Pasta with Shrimp
A quick and vibrant weeknight dinner: pasta tossed in a fresh basil sauce, topped with succulent shrimp and a sprinkle of cheese.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Cook the 8 oz pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Step 2
While pasta cooks, blend 1 cup basil, 1/4 cup Parmesan, 2 garlic cloves, and 2 tbsp olive oil in a food processor until smooth, scraping down as needed.
Step 3
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add 12 oz shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
Step 4
Return pasta to the pot, stir in the basil sauce, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce coats the pasta nicely.
Step 5
Divide pasta among plates, top with shrimp, and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Food processor or blender
- Skillet
- Colander
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