Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Fresh Tomatoes

This garlic shrimp pasta with fresh tomatoes is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp with vibrant tomatoes and al dente pasta. The garlic and olive oil create a fragrant sauce that perfectly complements the seafood. Serve this dish for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion!
This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 20 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include parmesan cheese, black pepper, fresh basil, cherry tomatoes.
- Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to combine with the shrimp and tomatoes.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and chopped basil, mixing well.
- Serve the pasta topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 34 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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