Asparagus and Spinach Pesto Pasta with Shrimp Recipe

Name: Asparagus And Spinach Pesto Pasta With Shrimp Recipe
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian

Recipe By Slurrp

Asparagus and Spinach Pesto Pasta with Shrimp is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the freshness of asparagus and spinach with the richness of pesto and succulent shrimp. The asparagus and spinach are blanched and blended into a vibrant green pesto sauce, which is then tossed with cooked pasta and sautéed shrimp. It is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a satisfying and delicious meal.

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Ingredients For Asparagus and Spinach Pesto Pasta with Shrimp Recipe

1 bunch Asparagus, Trimmed
2 cup Fresh Spinach Leaves
2 cloves Cloves Garlic
0.25 cup Pine Nuts
0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
0.5 cup Olive Oil
8 ounce Pasta Of Your Choice
1 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined
As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

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Directions : Asparagus and Spinach Pesto Pasta with Shrimp Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.Blanch the asparagus and spinach in boiling water, then transfer to an ice bath to cool.
STEP 2.In a blender, combine the blanched asparagus, spinach, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. Blend until smooth.
STEP 3.Cook the pasta according to package instructions. In a separate pan, sauté the shrimp until cooked through.
STEP 4.Toss the cooked pasta with the asparagus and spinach pesto sauce. Serve with sautéed shrimp on top.

Cooking Tips

To retain the vibrant green color of the pesto, blanch the asparagus and spinach for just a few minutes.
For a vegetarian version, omit the shrimp and add roasted cherry tomatoes or grilled vegetables.

Storage and Serving

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Serve the pasta dish warm or cold as a main course or a side dish.

Nutrition
value

419

calories per serving

27 g Fat25 g Protein19 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

27 g Fat
25 g Protein
19 g Carbs
3 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

Carbs
19 g
Protein
25 g
Fiber
3 g

Fats

Fat
27 g

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium
199 mg
Iron
4 mg
Vitamin A
566 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
3 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
84 mcg
Vitamin B12
2 mcg
Vitamin C
19 mg
Vitamin E
4 mg
Copper
0 mcg
Magnesium
71 mg
Manganese
1 mg
Phosphorus
314 mg
Selenium
43 mcg
Zinc
2 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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