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Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta Recipe

Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta Recipe
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A quick and flavorful Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta combining tender shrimp, fresh spinach, and juicy grape tomatoes in a light garlic butter sauce, served over perfectly cooked spaghetti for a delicious and nutritious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti

Shrimp and Sauce

  • 1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40/pound size), thawed, peeled, and tails removed if desired
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté Garlic: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Cook Tomatoes: Stir in the halved grape tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
  4. Add Shrimp and Spinach: Add the shrimp to the skillet, followed by the spinach. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for another 5 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, and the spinach is wilted.
  5. Season and Combine: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss the shrimp and vegetable mixture with the cooked spaghetti until well combined. Add reserved hot pasta water if more sauce is needed to coat the pasta.
  6. Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen shrimp, thawed before cooking for best results.
  • Reserve some pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency as needed.
  • For a dairy-free version, omit the butter and substitute with extra olive oil.
  • Adding red pepper flakes can add a nice kick to the dish.
  • Grape tomatoes can be replaced with cherry tomatoes or diced Roma tomatoes if unavailable.

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Keywords: Shrimp pasta, tomato spinach pasta, quick dinner, Italian shrimp recipe, easy pasta dinner

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