Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant Mediterranean Shrimp and Pasta, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Featuring perfectly cooked spaghetti tossed with succulent shrimp, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this recipe is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors. Brightened with zesty lemon and fresh parsley, and finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, every bite is packed with freshness and umami. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make pasta dish is a wholesome and satisfying option for seafood lovers. Serve it with a side of warm crusty bread or a crisp green salad for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 0.25 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to soften.
Stir in the lemon zest and juice, then add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water 1/4 cup at a time until the dish is moistened to your liking.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and gently fold them into the pasta. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm everything through.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 897 mg | 299% | |
| Sodium | 5030 mg | 219% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.3 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.7 g | ||
| Protein | 157.2 g | 314% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1094 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 4316 mg | 92% | |
*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.
