Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta
A delightful combination of succulent shrimp, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach in a creamy sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8 oz linguine or spaghetti Choose your favorite pasta, cooked to al dente perfection.
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil This golden elixir brings warmth and flavor.
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Juicy, tender shrimp that infuse the dish with a touch of the ocean.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Aromatic and pungent, takes the flavor to new heights.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Each burst of these sweet gems adds a refreshing zing.
- 2 cups fresh spinach Leafy greens that promise vitamins and vivid color.
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Rich and luscious, transforms the dish into a silky sauce.
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Nutty and salty, enhances the creaminess.
- 1 tsp dried oregano Evokes the sun-drenched fields of Italy.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential for balancing all the flavors.
- for garnish fresh basil, chopped Adds freshness and fragrance that takes the dish to the next level.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, drizzle olive oil over medium heat and add shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until pink. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they soften.
- Stir in fresh spinach, allowing it to wilt.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Add Parmesan cheese and oregano, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir until combined.
- Bring back the cooked pasta and shrimp into the skillet, tossing to coat in sauce.
- Serve garnished with freshly chopped basil.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor. Avoid overcooking shrimp to maintain tenderness.