Pasta Tossed with Shrimp, Vegetables, and Pesto

Health score
18%
Pasta Tossed with Shrimp, Vegetables, and Pesto
45 min.
6
255kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pasta Tossed with Shrimp, Vegetables, and Pesto. This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly cooked farfalle pasta serves as the base, providing a delightful texture that pairs beautifully with succulent shrimp and a medley of fresh vegetables.

The addition of cherry tomatoes, snow peas, and yellow squash brings a burst of color and nutrition, while the classic pesto adds a rich, aromatic depth that elevates the entire dish. With a hint of lemon juice and a sprinkle of feta cheese, each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and tangy notes that will leave you craving more.

This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, taking just 45 minutes, but it also serves as a versatile option for any meal—be it a side dish, a light lunch, or a satisfying main course. With only 255 calories per serving, you can enjoy this delicious meal guilt-free. Whether you're cooking for family or entertaining guests, this Pasta Tossed with Shrimp, Vegetables, and Pesto is sure to impress and satisfy everyone at the table.

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • cups farfalle pasta hot cooked uncooked ( 3 cups bow tie pasta)
  • 0.5 cup less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  • ounce feta cheese crumbled
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup classic pesto 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 pound shrimp deveined peeled
  • 1.5 cups snow peas diagonally sliced
  • 1.5 cups julienne-cut squash yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; add snow peas and squash. Cook 45 seconds or until crisp-tender; drain.
  2. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add shrimp; cook 3 minutes or until done.
  4. Add snow pea mixture and broth. Cover and cook 30 seconds or until thoroughly heated.
  5. Combine shrimp mixture, pasta, and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; toss well.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein28.09%
Fat25.44%
Carbs46.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.92
Glycemic Load
9.73
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.017391220383%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:255.14kcal
12.76%
Fat:7.26g
11.18%
Saturated Fat:1.68g
10.47%
Carbohydrates:29.86g
9.95%
Net Carbohydrates:26.84g
9.76%
Sugar:3.48g
3.87%
Cholesterol:96.32mg
32.11%
Sodium:496.34mg
21.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.05g
36.1%
Vitamin A:4397.6IU
87.95%
Vitamin C:31.51mg
38.19%
Selenium:19.79µg
28.27%
Phosphorus:214.4mg
21.44%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.95%
Copper:0.37mg
18.45%
Magnesium:54.65mg
13.66%
Iron:2.31mg
12.86%
Potassium:445.09mg
12.72%
Fiber:3.02g
12.07%
Calcium:113.68mg
11.37%
Zinc:1.42mg
9.49%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
9.01%
Vitamin K:8.51µg
8.1%
Folate:31.6µg
7.9%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.21%
Vitamin E:1.05mg
7.03%
Vitamin B3:1.2mg
5.97%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.46%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.21%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.96%
Source:My Recipes