Shrimp and Pasta with Creamy Pesto Sauce

Health score
12%
Shrimp and Pasta with Creamy Pesto Sauce
45 min.
4
593kcal

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If you're in the mood for a delicious and satisfying meal that strikes the perfect balance between creamy and savory, look no further than this irresistible Shrimp and Pasta with Creamy Pesto Sauce. This dish combines the rich flavors of tender shrimp with al dente penne pasta, all enveloped in a luscious creamy pesto sauce that will have your taste buds singing! Ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or a special weekend lunch, this recipe serves four and is ready in just 45 minutes.

What sets this dish apart is not only its delightful combination of textures and flavors but also its nutritional balance. With a caloric content of approximately 593 calories per serving, it fits perfectly into a variety of meal plans without compromising on taste. The addition of sun-dried tomatoes enhances the dish with an extra layer of flavor, while the fat-skimmed chicken broth keeps it light yet satisfying.

This Shrimp and Pasta recipe is an excellent way to impress family or friends without spending hours in the kitchen. It's an easy-to-make dish that requires minimal equipment—just a frying pan and a pot! Whether you're serving it as a side dish or elevating it to the main event, it's sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So why wait? Dive into this creamy, dreamy pasta today and enjoy a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup fat-skimmed beef broth 
  • tablespoons sun-dried olives dried drained chopped
  • 12 ounces penne pasta dried
  • 0.5 cup basil pesto prepared
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • pound shrimp frozen thawed cooked per lb.), (see note above)
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a 4- to 6-quart pan over high heat, bring about 3 quarts water to a boil.
  2. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender to bite, 7 to 12 minutes.
  3. Drain and return to pan.
  4. Add shrimp, pesto, cream, broth, and dried tomatoes to pasta; stir over medium heat until hot and evenly incorporated, 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Pour into serving dish or divide among individual bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Calories593kcal
Protein24.71%
Fat28.77%
Carbs46.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18
Glycemic Load
26.02
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.081304171811%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:592.71kcal
29.64%
Fat:18.84g
28.98%
Saturated Fat:5.77g
36.07%
Carbohydrates:68.52g
22.84%
Net Carbohydrates:64.84g
23.58%
Sugar:5.13g
5.7%
Cholesterol:201.86mg
67.29%
Sodium:689.74mg
29.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.4g
72.8%
Selenium:54.72µg
78.17%
Manganese:0.89mg
44.44%
Phosphorus:426.95mg
42.7%
Copper:0.75mg
37.35%
Magnesium:93.23mg
23.31%
Zinc:2.83mg
18.88%
Potassium:636.08mg
18.17%
Vitamin A:876.4IU
17.53%
Calcium:154.98mg
15.5%
Fiber:3.68g
14.72%
Iron:2.25mg
12.51%
Vitamin B3:1.87mg
9.37%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.02%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.69%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.9%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
5%
Folate:18.6µg
4.65%
Vitamin K:2.17µg
2.07%
Vitamin C:1.56mg
1.89%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.59%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.54%
Source:My Recipes