Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta
A quick, flavorful pasta dish with succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions!
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (linguine or spaghetti)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cups fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine, then add the Parmesan cheese and cook for 2 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
- Add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding pasta water if needed to thin the sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 520mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4g
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