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Shrimp Pasta with Tomato and Spinach

1374 kcal · 21 g protein · 10 minutes · 2 servings

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Shrimp Pasta with Tomato and Spinach

A delicious and nutritious shrimp pasta dish featuring whole wheat pasta tossed in a rich tomato sauce with fresh spinach, finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. This meal is perfect for a wholesome dinner that's both flavorful and satisfying.

1374 kcal 21 g protein 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • Whole wheat pasta 180 g
  • Shrimp 150 g
  • Tomato sauce 200 g
  • Spinach 100 g
  • Olive oil 1 tbsp
  • Parmesan cheese 15 g

Method

  1. Prepare Ingredients. Start by gathering all your ingredients. Make sure the shrimp is peeled and deveined. Rinse the fresh spinach under cold water and drain well. If your pasta isn’t cooked yet, boil it according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
    Tip: Use a colander to drain the spinach well so it doesn't add extra water to your sauce.
  2. Cook the Shrimp. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer. Cook for about 2 minutes on one side until pink and slightly opaque, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
    Tip: Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook shrimp in batches if needed to ensure they sear nicely.
  3. Prepare the Sauce. In the same skillet, pour in the tomato sauce. Stir and let it simmer gently for about 3-4 minutes to warm through and slightly thicken.
    Tip: If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or pasta cooking water to loosen it.
  4. Add Spinach and Shrimp. Add the fresh spinach to the tomato sauce and stir until it wilts, about 2 minutes. Then return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, mixing everything together so the shrimp is coated with the sauce and spinach is evenly distributed.
    Tip: Stir gently to avoid breaking the shrimp.
  5. Combine with Pasta. Add the cooked whole wheat pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together carefully to combine the pasta with the shrimp, spinach, and tomato sauce. Heat for another 1-2 minutes to ensure everything is hot and well mixed.
    Tip: If the mixture feels dry, add a little reserved pasta cooking water to moisten.
  6. Serve and Garnish. Divide the shrimp pasta between plates. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly on top before serving.
    Tip: Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Pro tips

  • Reserve some pasta cooking water before draining to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
  • Use fresh shrimp for best flavor, but frozen shrimp can be used if thawed properly.