Description
Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta is a quick and delectable dish that brings together succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes in a light garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at a dinner party, this vibrant meal bursts with flavor and color. In just 30 minutes, you can have a wholesome dinner on the table that’s not only satisfying but also healthy. Each bite is a delightful blend of textures, ensuring it will become a favorite in your household.
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)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Sauté shrimp: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add shrimp and cook until pink (3-5 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Stir in cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes; cook until tomatoes soften (around 3 minutes). Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Combine everything: Pour in broth along with cooked pasta; toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Season to taste.
- Serve: Plate hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg