Shrimp and Pasta Primavera
"This came from the first onslaught of zucchini from my garden, coupled with a handful of this-n-that from the fridge. A very forgiving recipe - more of a technique to me - as the ingredients can be interchanged to suit tastes and fridge contents."
photo by loof751
- Ready In:
- 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 10
- Serves:
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4
ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 4 cups assorted fresh vegetables, chopped coarsely (I used zucchini, broccoli, red onion and yellow peppers)
- 8 ounces shrimp, frozen cooked peeled and deveined (I used a lot less!)
- 1⁄2 lemon, juice of
- black pepper, to taste
- salt, to taste
- 4 ounces parmesan cheese (shredded or shaved)
- 8 ounces cooked pasta (I used vermicelli)
directions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and keep warm.
- Meanwhile, melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and garlic. (the olive oil keeps the butter from scorching).
- Saute garlic for about 1 minute.
- Add vegetables and saute until just crisp-tender.
- Add shrimp and saute until just heated through.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Squeeze juice of half a lemon over all. Continue to cook about 2 minutes until juices have been reduced by about half.
- Remove from heat.
- Toss vegetables and shrimp with pasta. Serve topped with parmesan cheese and additional salt and pepper if desired.
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Reviews
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This was a veggie dish I could really feel good about! I used a combination of bell pepper, carrots, onion, spinach, and artichoke hearts. I omitted the shrimp but served the pasta with broiled tilapia. I also subbed gluten free pasta with excellent results. The garlic and lemon were delish, but next time I think I'll shake a little Italian seasoning and maybe some red pepper flakes for some extra oomph. Thank you for posting! -
This is a great pasta dish, and will certainly be very versatile re ingredients, tho I went with the original recipe this time! Colourful, fresh and full of flavour, I enjoyed the addition of lemon juice which added some zest! (Excuse the pun :)) Quick to make, ideal for mid-week suppers, I'll certainly be making this again. Thanks for sharing! Made for PAC Spring 2008 -
I measured nothing, because this was a clean-out-the-fridge extravaganza. I used way more lemon juice, some lemon zest, and added red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning blend, black pepper, and some olive oil. Delicious! -
Fantastic! I have been looking online for hours tonight for a Shrimp Pasta Primavera recipe. This one will be perfect for dinner tomorrow night. I like the fact that this recipe calls for "assorted" fresh veggies. I like to experiment so this will be perfect. Thank you. -
Great flavor and very easy to make. I added a little red pepper and a 1/4 cup of reisling and that really made it pop. Serve with bread to soak up all the great flavors of the sauce.
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40-something wife and Mom who's biggest kick is cookin' cheap and flavorful. A day of frugal living is only fun if you have a good dinner after!
I tend not to post my recipes because I cook by the seat of my pants. No, not *on* the seat...
I cook with what's available and draw liberally from my spice carousel. Just spin that thing like the money wheel on "The Price is Right"! My friend says I should open a restuarant. We've decided to call it "Whatchagot Cafe".
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