Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta features tender jumbo shrimp and al dente pasta swirled in a velvety white wine cream sauce enriched with Parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes. Italian herbs and a touch of smoked paprika add warmth and depth, while fresh basil brightens each bite. It’s a romantic, flavorful dinner that works just as well for weeknights as it does for a special date night.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 57 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 15
- Heart Health
- 71
- Metabolic
- 31
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather all ingredients. Cook the pasta in salted water as the package directs; drain and set aside.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook until pink on both sides and just cooked through, turning once, about 2 minutes per side; transfer to a separate bowl and set aside.
- 3
Add the sun-dried tomatoes, tomato spread, and garlic to the same skillet; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the flour and continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
- 4
Whisk in the wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer and cook, undisturbed, until slightly reduced, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Add the broth, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika; whisk until fully combined. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking, whisking occasionally, until slightly thickened and just coating the back of a spoon, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 6
Reduce the heat to low; add the cooked pasta and shrimp to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, until evenly coated and heated through, about 3 minutes.
- 7
Remove from the heat; garnish with basil and serve immediately. Recipe developed by Amanda Holstein.
- Calories 375.3 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 19.28 g Good Source 39%
- Carbohydrate 40.29 g 15%
- Total Fat 13.05 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 6.56 g High 33%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 118.82 mg High 40%
- Sodium 776.33 mg High 34%
- Dietary Fiber 4.21 g Moderate 15%
- Total Sugars 0.95 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 152.97 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 2.22 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 337.85 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 24.89 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 5.19 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta is made with 14 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Chicken Broth, Fresh Basil, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 375.3 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Chicken Broth, Fresh Basil, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 14 is above.
- How long does it take to make Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta?
- About 30 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 375.3 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta healthy?
- Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Shrimp Pasta has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 375.3 calories and 19.28 g of protein, or 39% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 776.33 mg (34% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 6.56 g (33% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Sulfites, Tomatoes, Garlic and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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