Fresh Pesto Shrimp Pasta
Basic Information
- Servings: 2
- Ready in: 45 minutes
- Preparation time: -
- Cooking time: -
- Rating: 46.64
- Health score: 7.00
- Weight Watcher points: 15.00
Summary
Fresh Pesto Shrimp Pasta could be just the pescatarian recipe you've been looking for. This recipe serves 2 and costs $3.26 per serving. One serving contains 473 calories, 21g of protein, and 32g of fat. Not a lot of people really liked this main course. Head to the store and pick up spaghetti, shrimp, parsley, and a few other things to make it today. 1 person were glad they tried this recipe. It is brought to you by Foodista. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. Overall, this recipe earns a good spoonacular score of 49%. Similar recipes are Fresh Pesto Shrimp Pasta, Fresh Pesto Pasta Salad, and Pasta with pesto & fresh herbs.
Ingredients
spaghetti0.25 pound
wine0.125 cup
parsley1 tablespoon
heavy cream0.25 cup
olive oil2 tablespoons
pesto2 tablespoons
onion2 tablespoons
salt and pepper2 servings
shrimp0.5 pound
thin- tomato skin2 tablespoons
Instructions
Step 1
In saute pan over high heat, add the olive oil and allow to come to the verge of smoking. Next, add the shrimp and reduce the heat to medium. Continue to cook the shrimp until medium doneness, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. After the shrimp are medium, add the onions and allow to cook until translucent, another 2 minutes.
Step 2
Add pesto, stir, and then deglaze the pan with the white wine.
Step 3
Add the heavy cream and allow to reduce by half the volume, 2 to 3 minutes. Finally, add the pasta and stir. Finish seasoning with salt, pepper and additional wine if necessary. Allow to warm for 2 minutes, and then portion and serve. Top with the parsley and tomatoes.
Categories
Dish Types: side dish, lunch, main course, main dish, dinner
Diets: pescatarian