Peppery Pasta With Arugula And Shrimp Recipe

This vibrant pasta dish bursts with peppery flavor! Succulent shrimp, halved to stretch your budget, is sautéed to perfection and tossed with peppery arugula (or baby spinach), linguine, and a bright lemon-garlic sauce. A quick, easy, and delicious weeknight meal inspired by Cooking Light magazine.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 443.3 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Peppery Pasta With Arugula And Shrimp

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peppery Pasta With Arugula And Shrimp

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How to Make Peppery Pasta With Arugula And Shrimp

  1. Prepare the Arugula Mixture: In a large bowl, combine 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 5 ounces of fresh arugula (or 5 ounces baby spinach). Toss gently.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 pound linguine and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  3. Sauté the Shrimp: While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound shrimp (halved if large), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through.
  4. Add Aromatics: Add 1 teaspoon minced garlic and 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  5. Make the Sauce: Add 1/2 cup chicken broth and 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Reduce the liquid by half, about 5 minutes.
  6. Combine and Finish: Add the cooked linguine to the arugula mixture. Stir in the shrimp and sauce. Add a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons butter.
  7. Serve: Divide the pasta among serving plates. Top with grated Parmesan cheese (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

37g

Carbs

16g

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