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Shrimp Pasta Primavera

Shrimp Pasta Primavera: Quick, Colorful Comfort on Your Plate

Shrimp Pasta Primavera is a vibrant, quick dish that combines succulent shrimp and seasonal veggies for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces short cut pasta any short pasta shape like bow-ties
For the Protein
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp peeled and deveined
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium zucchini sliced
For the Flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil for sautéing
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
For the Finish
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook the short cut pasta according to package directions (about 8-10 minutes for al dente). Reserve a cup of starchy pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for 4-5 minutes until tender.
  3. Add 1 pound of jumbo shrimp to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring gently until they turn pink and opaque.
  4. Once the shrimp are cooked, add the drained pasta and halved grape tomatoes. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper, then pour in about 1/2 cup of chicken broth and toss everything together.
  5. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss to mix thoroughly. Adjust seasoning to taste, if desired drizzling extra olive oil for richness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Avoid leaving at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

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