Description
Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the essence of Mediterranean cuisine to your dinner table. This easy-to-make pasta dish features succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, and sweet cherry tomatoes all tossed together in a garlic-infused olive oil sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy date nights, this recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, allowing you to enjoy a gourmet meal without the hassle. The bright colors and rich flavors make it not only delicious but visually appealing—ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself on a quiet evening at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or your preferred pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- Optional: Red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, grated Parmesan cheese, fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add shrimp seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes; cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3 minutes until softened.
- Gradually add spinach until wilted.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then toss in cooked spaghetti until well combined.
- Serve hot with optional grated Parmesan cheese and basil garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 220mg