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Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta


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  • Author: asma
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta is a quick, flavorful, and restaurant-quality meal perfect for a weeknight dinner! Made with juicy shrimp, fresh cherry tomatoes, garlic, spinach, and Parmesan cheese, this dish is tossed with pasta and a touch of lemon for a refreshing, zesty finish. Ready in just 30 minutes!


Ingredients

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For the Pasta:

  • 8 oz spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
  • 1 tbsp salt (for boiling water)

For the Shrimp & Sauce:

  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta – Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, according to package instructions. Reserve ¼ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

  2. Cook the shrimp – Heat olive oil & butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and black pepper, then cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  3. Sauté the garlic & tomatoes – In the same skillet, add garlic and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes until tomatoes soften.

  4. Wilt the spinach – Add spinach and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook until the spinach wilts, about 1 minute.

  5. Combine everything – Return shrimp to the skillet, add cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, and lemon juice. Toss well to coat.

  6. Garnish and serve – Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and serve warm.

Notes

  • Swap spaghetti for whole wheat, gluten-free pasta, or zucchini noodles for a healthier option.
  • Use chicken or tofu instead of shrimp for variety.
  • Add extra garlic or more red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of olive oil or water.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Pasta, Seafood
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Mediterranean