Tomato Fettuccine With Shrimp And Arugula Recipe

Indulge in this light yet satisfying Tomato Fettuccine with Shrimp and Arugula! This recipe, originally from Cooking Light (May 2003), has been updated for extra flavor. The sweet tomatoes, succulent shrimp, peppery arugula, and perfectly cooked fettuccine create a symphony of taste. Chef Wineaux's twist offers a delicious alternative with chicken, curry, and a touch of spice. Ready in under 40 minutes, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 371.5 kcal
Protein 44g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tomato Fettuccine With Shrimp And Arugula

  • 1 pound fettuccine
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound shrimp
  • 1/2 cup half-and-half
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 - 1 teaspoon, if using chicken
  • 2 cups fresh arugula
  • 1/2 cup pasta cooking liquid

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How to Make Tomato Fettuccine With Shrimp And Arugula

  1. Cook 1 pound fettuccine according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking liquid.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion and sauté for 3 minutes, or until tender.
  4. Add 2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add 1 pound shrimp (or 3/4 lb boneless, skinless chicken cut into shrimp-sized pieces, 1 tsp curry powder, and 1/2 - 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes if using chicken).
  6. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp (or chicken) is pink and opaque.
  7. Add cooked fettuccine, reserved 1/2 cup pasta water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup half-and-half, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Toss well to combine.
  9. Cook over medium-low heat for 3 minutes, or until heated through and sauce slightly thickens.
  10. Stir in 2 cups fresh arugula and toss gently until just wilted.
  11. Serve immediately and garnish with extra black pepper (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

13g

Carbs

16g