Description
This Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta is a quick and flavorful dinner option, combining succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, and juicy grape tomatoes in a savory garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish pairs perfectly with al dente spaghetti for a balanced, nutritious meal that satisfies seafood and pasta lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
Shrimp and Vegetables
- 1 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40/pound size), thawed, peeled, and tails removed if desired
- 10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti al dente according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside for later use.
- Sauté garlic: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook tomatoes and seasonings: Stir in the halved grape tomatoes, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning. Continue cooking for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and begin to release their juices, creating a flavorful sauce.
- Add shrimp and spinach: Add the shrimp to the skillet followed by the fresh spinach. Reduce heat to medium and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, and the spinach is wilted.
- Season and combine: Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Toss the shrimp and vegetable mixture with the cooked spaghetti until well combined. If needed, add some reserved hot pasta water to loosen the sauce and achieve desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve the pasta immediately, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh herbs such as parsley or basil for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes when sautéing garlic for a mild kick.
- Use fresh shrimp for best taste, or fully thaw frozen shrimp before cooking.
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make the recipe pescatarian-friendly.
- If you prefer a creamier sauce, stir in a splash of heavy cream at the end.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining to help adjust sauce consistency as needed.
