Fusilli with Shrimp and Arugula
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and satisfying Fusilli with Shrimp and Arugula. Tender al dente pasta is tossed with succulent shrimp, peppery arugula, and a zesty, garlicky lemon sauce that’s perfectly balanced with a touch of red pepper heat. Fresh, simple ingredients shine in this quick 25-minute recipe that’s perfect for busy evenings yet elegant enough for entertaining. Topped with optional grated parmesan, this dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds craving more. Whether you're seeking a protein-packed pasta recipe or a fresh twist on classic Italian-inspired dishes, this one is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 cups arugula (lightly packed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (grated, optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fusilli pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Season the shrimp with salt and black pepper. Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in the cooked fusilli, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time to loosen the sauce if needed.
Add the arugula to the skillet and stir until it wilts, about 1 minute. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss everything together.
Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Serve immediately, garnished with grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 226 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 559 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.2 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 451 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
