Penne with Shrimp and Pesto
Penne with Shrimp and Pesto balances briny, tender shrimp with the fresh herb richness of prepared pesto, while crisp sugar snap peas add a pleasant crunch. A squeeze of lemon brightens each bite, keeping the sauce lively rather than heavy. It’s a great weeknight dinner or a casual gathering dish when you want something fresh, fast, and flavorful.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. When draining, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and set it aside.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook, without stirring, for 2 minutes. Add the snap peas and stir until the shrimp are just turning opaque. Stir in the pesto and the cooked pasta until everything is well combined.
- 3
Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest and the juice of the lemon to the pasta and toss to mix. Add pasta water as needed to reach your preferred consistency. Serve right away.
- Calories 293.35 kcal Moderate
- Protein 20.36 g Good Source
- Carbs 25.52 g Moderate
- Total Fat 12.64 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.26 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 97.52 mg High
- Sodium 491.41 mg High
- Fiber 2.97 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.4 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 121.15 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.87 mg Moderate
- Potassium 227.77 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 189.04 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 11.38 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.59 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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