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Fusilli With Shrimp And Arugula Recipe

A light and flavorful pasta dish inspired by Giada De Laurentiis' Everyday Italian! This quick and easy recipe features tender shrimp, peppery arugula, and perfectly cooked fusilli, all tossed together in a bright and zesty sauce. No heavy cream or complicated sauces needed – just fresh ingredients and simple techniques for a delicious weeknight meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 620.1 kcal
Protein 70g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Fusilli With Shrimp And Arugula

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How to Make Fusilli With Shrimp And Arugula

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes and 1/2 cup dry white wine. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce the wine by half, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add 1 pound of shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Meanwhile, cook 1 pound of fusilli according to package directions in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  7. Drain the fusilli, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  8. Add the cooked fusilli and 5 ounces of arugula to the skillet with the shrimp.
  9. Toss to combine, adding a little pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
  10. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  11. Serve immediately in a large bowl. Garnish with extra arugula (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

12g

Carbs

23g

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