Pesto Pasta Primavera With Shrimp Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful pasta primavera bursting with fresh spring vegetables, succulent shrimp, and creamy pesto! This 30-minute recipe, inspired by Woman's World Magazine (10/30/07), is a quick and easy weeknight meal perfect for pasta lovers. Enjoy the delightful combination of pesto, shrimp, and perfectly cooked pasta tossed with garden-fresh vegetables.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 505.4 kcal
Protein 70g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pesto Pasta Primavera With Shrimp

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How to Make Pesto Pasta Primavera With Shrimp

  1. Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add 1/4 cup pine nuts to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until golden brown (1-2 minutes). Remove nuts from pan and set aside.
  4. Add 1 pound shrimp to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink (1-2 minutes).
  5. Add 1 medium zucchini (chopped), 1 cup sugar snap peas, and 1 cup butternut squash (cubed) to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are slightly softened (2-3 minutes).
  6. Stir in the reserved pasta water, 1/2 cup pesto, and the cooked pasta. Toss gently to coat.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/2 cup bocconcini cheese (small balls), and 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped).
  8. Serve immediately, sprinkled with the reserved pine nuts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

30g

Carbs

17g