Description
A delightful and colorful dish combining fresh vegetables, shrimp, and pasta that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or linguine)
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Start by boiling water in a large pot. Once the water is boiling, add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions. When finished, drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, just until it becomes fragrant.
- Cook the shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook the shrimp for about 3-4 minutes, or until they turn pink and opaque. Stir occasionally to ensure they cook evenly.
- Add the vegetables: Now, toss in the sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and halved cherry tomatoes. Continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still have a bit of crunch.
- Combine with pasta: Pour in the vegetable broth and add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Mix everything well, ensuring that the pasta is coated with the oil, broth, and juices from the shrimp and vegetables.
- Season: Finally, season the dish with salt and pepper to taste. Stir again to combine all ingredients nicely.
- Serve: Plate the Shrimp Pasta Primavera and top it with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh basil for added flavor.
Notes
Shrimp Pasta Primavera is best served warm and can be customized with different vegetables or proteins. To enhance flavors, serve with garlic bread and a glass of white wine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg