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Pesto Shrimp Pasta Primavera

Prep 15 minutes | Cook 30 minutes | Advanced | Serves 4 | Italian

This Pesto Shrimp Pasta Primavera is a symphony of flavors, where succulent shrimp dance among tender pasta, enveloped in a vibrant basil pesto. It’s a cozy dish that brings the essence of Italian cooking right to your table, perfect for sharing with loved ones on a comforting evening.

What you have

• Shrimp 1 lb
• Fresh basil 2 cups
• Garlic 4 cloves
• Pine nuts 1/4 cup
• Pasta 12 oz

Method

1. Step 1: Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a blender, combine basil, garlic, pine nuts, and a pinch of salt. Blend until finely chopped, then slowly add olive oil until smooth to create the pesto.
3. Step 3: In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
4. Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the pesto and toss to coat. Gently fold in the cooked shrimp.
5. Step 5: Serve warm, garnished with additional pine nuts and fresh basil, if desired.

Serving suggestion

A simple arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette.

Chardonnay or a light Pinot Grigio.