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Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta

Delicious Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta in Just 30 Minutes

This healthy Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta is a quick, easy dinner option perfect for busy weeknights, satisfying and guilt-free.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Any short pasta works wonderfully
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound Shrimp Fresh or frozen, thaw if frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for the best taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust quantity to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika can be used for a smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Can substitute with dried oregano and basil
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Chopped, canned diced tomatoes can be used
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Substitute with baby kale or Swiss chard if desired
  • 3 cloves Garlic Chopped or roasted for milder taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Large pot
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-low heat for about 2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add peeled and deveined shrimp, red pepper flakes, paprika, Italian seasoning, and salt. Cook for about 5 minutes until shrimp is pink and opaque, then remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped tomatoes, spinach, and minced garlic over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until spinach wilts and tomatoes soften.
  4. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions (10-12 minutes). Reserve a little pasta water, then drain.
  5. Reduce skillet heat to low, add drained pasta to the sautéed vegetables, and toss gently to combine.
  6. Return cooked shrimp to the skillet, mixing everything until combined. If dry, add a splash of reserved pasta water and heat through for 2 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or olive oil. Let rest for a minute before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, consume fresh. This dish can also be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and frozen for 2 months, but shrimp texture may change upon thawing.

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