Shrimp Pasta Primavera

Health score
19%
Shrimp Pasta Primavera
35 min.
6
322kcal

Suggestions


Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Shrimp Pasta Primavera, a vibrant dish that brings together the best of land and sea. Perfectly suited for lunch or dinner, this recipe is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 35 minutes—but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or leisurely weekend meals.

The star of this dish is the succulent shrimp, which pairs beautifully with the colorful medley of fresh vegetables, including crisp broccoli and earthy mushrooms. Tossed with rotini pasta and a light, savory broth, this meal is a feast for the senses. The addition of crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy element that elevates the dish, while fresh basil and ripe roma tomatoes provide a burst of freshness that will transport your taste buds to a sun-drenched Italian terrace.

With each bite, you’ll enjoy a harmonious balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making this dish not only delicious but also satisfying. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining friends, Shrimp Pasta Primavera is sure to impress and leave everyone asking for seconds. Dive into this delightful recipe and savor the flavors of springtime in every forkful!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces rotini pasta 
  • cup chicken broth (from 32 oz carton)
  • cups cauliflower florets 
  • 0.3 pound mushrooms cut in half
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • cup basil fresh thinly sliced
  •  roma tomatoes coarsely chopped (plum)
  • 0.8 pound shrimp frozen thawed deveined cooked peeled drained

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  2. While pasta is cooking, heat broth to boiling in 2-quart saucepan; reduce heat. Stir in broccoli and mushrooms. Cover and simmer about 6 minutes or until broccoli is crisp-tender; remove from heat.
  3. Stir in cheese and basil until cheese is melted. Stir in tomatoes and shrimp. Cook uncovered over medium heat, stirring occasionally, just until heated through. Toss with pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories322kcal
Protein29.13%
Fat20.72%
Carbs50.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.17
Glycemic Load
15.39
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.072174051534%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.28mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:321.82kcal
16.09%
Fat:7.45g
11.46%
Saturated Fat:4.03g
25.19%
Carbohydrates:40.54g
13.51%
Net Carbohydrates:37.61g
13.68%
Sugar:3.54g
3.93%
Cholesterol:117.3mg
39.1%
Sodium:551.97mg
24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.55g
47.1%
Selenium:36.24µg
51.77%
Phosphorus:350.82mg
35.08%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.58%
Vitamin C:22.85mg
27.69%
Vitamin K:25.59µg
24.37%
Copper:0.49mg
24.3%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.39%
Calcium:206.65mg
20.67%
Zinc:2.56mg
17.07%
Magnesium:64.47mg
16.12%
Potassium:549.21mg
15.69%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.38%
Vitamin A:675.72IU
13.51%
Folate:48.71µg
12.18%
Fiber:2.93g
11.71%
Vitamin B3:2.3mg
11.51%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.32%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.54%
Iron:1.59mg
8.85%
Vitamin B12:0.49µg
8.24%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.68%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%