Description
Indulge in Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine with shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and spinach in a rich creamy sauce for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Toss in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Incorporate the spinach and cook until it wilts.
- Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine, then season with salt and pepper.
- Gently fold the cooked linguine into the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
For a healthier twist, use whole wheat linguine or substitute shrimp with chicken or mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg