Ingredients for Shrimp Pesto Pasta<\/h2>\n\n- Shrimp:<\/strong> When shopping for fresh shrimp, avoid shrimp with a strong ammonia smell. Next, check the shells, passing on slimy or cloudy ones. Buying frozen shrimp is a safe bet, as they are usually frozen immediately after harvesting, which preserves their fresh-from-the-sea flavor. Buy peeled and deveined shrimp to save time, or learn how to clean shrimp<\/a> yourself.<\/li>\n
- Fresh basil:<\/strong> This is yet another great way to use up a surplus of summer basil from the garden. Sweet with a slightly spicy aroma, it adds flavor notes of black pepper, anise and mint.<\/li>\n
- Olive oil:<\/strong> In this recipe, use refined or virgin olive oil for sauteing, while reserving extra virgin olive oil, which has a lower smoke point, for making pesto. Put your most flavorful foot forward by cooking with the best olive oil<\/a> you can find.<\/li>\n
- Lemon:<\/strong> Ripe, juicy lemons are heavy for their size and give a little when pressed. When shopping for lemons, skip out on ones that feel too soft or have wrinkled skin. Firmly rolling the lemon on a countertop with your hand will help produce more juice when squeezed.<\/li>\n
- Garlic:<\/strong> Fresh garlic is key to homemade pesto. This tried-and-true trick to peel garlic<\/a> makes prepping garlic a breeze.<\/li>\n
- Asparagus:<\/strong> Although available year-round in most grocery stores, the freshest asparagus is found in spring. Look for firm, thin stalks that stand easily on their own. Make sure the cut ends are moist, and store them in the refrigerator in a glass dish with a shallow layer of water at the bottom to extend their shelf life.<\/li>\n
- Pasta:<\/strong> This recipe calls for easy-to-find spaghetti noodles, which get their name from the Italian word spago<\/em>, meaning “twine” or “string.” Most any kind of pasta will do, though.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Directions<\/h2>\nStep 1: Make the pesto<\/h3>\n
Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine 1 tablespoon oil, basil, lemon juice, garlic and salt in a blender; cover and process until smooth.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Saute asparagus and shrimp<\/h3>\n
In a large skillet, saute the asparagus in the remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add the shrimp and pepper flakes. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, two to four minutes.<\/p>\n
Editor’s Tip:<\/em> Saute the shrimp until just pink and starting to curl, as they can become tough and rubbery if left on the heat for too long.<\/p>\nStep 3: Mix pesto with pasta and shrimp<\/h3>\n
Drain the spaghetti, and place in a large bowl. Add the basil mixture, and toss to coat. Add the shrimp mixture, and mix well.<\/p>\n
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Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nShrimp Pesto Pasta Variations<\/h2>\n\n- Make a different pesto: <\/strong>Get creative, and use your favorite pesto variation, whether it’s arugula pesto, spinach pesto or even sweet pea pesto. If you’re short on time, you can even use prepared pesto.<\/li>\n
- Add an array of veggies: <\/strong>This recipe features asparagus, but you could add or substitute grape tomatoes, roasted red peppers, sauteed mushrooms, peas or even fresh spinach or arugula.<\/li>\n
- Play with pasta: <\/strong>Make this recipe with fresh vs. dried pasta<\/a>, or experiment with different pasta shapes<\/a>, such as rigatoni, farfalle or orzo. Substitute the pasta with spaghetti squash<\/a> if you’re watching your carb intake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How to Store Shrimp Pesto Pasta<\/h2>\n
Store leftovers in the refrigerator in a food-safe container for up to three days. To reheat, gently heat leftovers over low heat on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.<\/p>\n
Shrimp Pesto Pasta Tips<\/h2>\n
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Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nDo you need to heat pesto before adding to pasta?<\/h3>\n
You don’t need to heat the pesto before tossing it with the pasta. In fact, not heating it beforehand helps maintain its garden-fresh flavors. In this recipe, the heat from the pasta and shrimp will gently warm the pesto to perfection.<\/p>\n
How do you avoid overcooking shrimp?<\/h3>\n
When it comes to cooking shrimp, it’s all about timing. They’re perfectly cooked when they turn pink and hold a curved C shape. Once you see that, it’s time to remove them from the heat.<\/p>\n
What can you serve with shrimp pesto pasta?<\/h3>\n
Green vegetables pair nicely with shrimp pesto pasta, so try one of these side salad recipes<\/a>. You could also serve it with bruschetta recipes<\/a> or homemade bread, like copycat Olive Garden breadsticks<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Garden-fresh basil and plump shrimp combine for a shrimp pesto pasta bursting with alfresco 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Do you have to heat the pesto before tossing it with the shrimp pasta?<\/h3>You don't need to heat the pesto before tossing it with the shrimp pasta. In fact, it's important to not overheat the pesto, which is why it's tossed with the pasta in a bowl instead of the hot saucepan. The heat from the pasta and shrimp will gently warm the pesto.How can you avoid overcooking the shrimp?<\/h3>There are some key tips and tricks to cooking shrimp<\/a> perfectly every time. When the shrimp are cooked through they will turn pink and hold a curved shape. Once that happens, it's important to remove the shrimp from the heat. If you're afraid they are becoming overcooked, move the shrimp from the pan to a bowl so they don't continue cooking in the residual heat. What else can you add to shrimp pesto pasta?<\/h3>If you love recipes with pesto<\/a>, then you know there are some classic ingredients that are complementary to pesto. Try adding grape tomatoes, shaved Parmesan cheese, a handful of arugula, a sprinkling of pine nuts, sliced roasted red peppers or sauteed mushrooms. You could even make this pasta recipe with a highly rated store-bought pesto<\/a> if you're short on time. What do you serve with shrimp pesto pasta?<\/h3>Side salads<\/a> pair nicely with shrimp pesto pasta since it's nearly a meal in one. You could also serve it with bruschetta<\/a>, homemade bread (like copycat Olive Garden breadsticks<\/a>!) or a homey vegetable soup<\/a>.
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Directions<\/h2>\nStep 1: Make the pesto<\/h3>\n
Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine 1 tablespoon oil, basil, lemon juice, garlic and salt in a blender; cover and process until smooth.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Saute asparagus and shrimp<\/h3>\n
In a large skillet, saute the asparagus in the remaining oil until crisp-tender. Add the shrimp and pepper flakes. Cook and stir until shrimp turn pink, two to four minutes.<\/p>\n
Editor’s Tip:<\/em> Saute the shrimp until just pink and starting to curl, as they can become tough and rubbery if left on the heat for too long.<\/p>\n Drain the spaghetti, and place in a large bowl. Add the basil mixture, and toss to coat. Add the shrimp mixture, and mix well.<\/p>\n Store leftovers in the refrigerator in a food-safe container for up to three days. To reheat, gently heat leftovers over low heat on the stovetop or in the microwave until heated through.<\/p>\n You don’t need to heat the pesto before tossing it with the pasta. In fact, not heating it beforehand helps maintain its garden-fresh flavors. In this recipe, the heat from the pasta and shrimp will gently warm the pesto to perfection.<\/p>\n When it comes to cooking shrimp, it’s all about timing. They’re perfectly cooked when they turn pink and hold a curved C shape. Once you see that, it’s time to remove them from the heat.<\/p>\n Green vegetables pair nicely with shrimp pesto pasta, so try one of these side salad recipes<\/a>. 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Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nShrimp Pesto Pasta Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Store Shrimp Pesto Pasta<\/h2>\n
Shrimp Pesto Pasta Tips<\/h2>\n
Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nDo you need to heat pesto before adding to pasta?<\/h3>\n
How do you avoid overcooking shrimp?<\/h3>\n
What can you serve with shrimp pesto pasta?<\/h3>\n
Do you have to heat the pesto before tossing it with the shrimp pasta?<\/h3>You don't need to heat the pesto before tossing it with the shrimp pasta. In fact, it's important to not overheat the pesto, which is why it's tossed with the pasta in a bowl instead of the hot saucepan. The heat from the pasta and shrimp will gently warm the pesto.
How can you avoid overcooking the shrimp?<\/h3>There are some key tips and tricks to cooking shrimp<\/a> perfectly every time. When the shrimp are cooked through they will turn pink and hold a curved shape. Once that happens, it's important to remove the shrimp from the heat. If you're afraid they are becoming overcooked, move the shrimp from the pan to a bowl so they don't continue cooking in the residual heat.
What else can you add to shrimp pesto pasta?<\/h3>
What do you serve with shrimp pesto pasta?<\/h3>Side salads<\/a> pair nicely with shrimp pesto pasta since it's nearly a meal in one. You could also serve it with bruschetta<\/a>, homemade bread (like copycat Olive Garden breadsticks<\/a>!) or a homey vegetable soup<\/a>.
\u2014Peggy Woodward<\/a>, Taste Recipes Senior Food Editor<\/i><\/div>"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44058,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312156,"name":"Pasta Dishes","slug":"pasta-dishes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312091,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Simmer a cozy supper with these pasta dish recipes, including vegetarian pasta recipes for meatless Monday.","parent":310796,"count":2971,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/"},{"term_id":312158,"name":"Spaghetti","slug":"spaghetti","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312093,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for spaghetti recipes? Find spaghetti recipes including spaghetti and meatballs, spaghetti squash recipes, and more spaghetti recipes and ideas.","parent":312156,"count":319,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/spaghetti\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Shrimp Pesto Pasta"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n