25-Minute Shrimp and Pesto Tortellini: Irresistible Flavor Explosion
A quick and delicious dish featuring tender shrimp and cheese-filled tortellini tossed in rich pesto sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 9 oz cheese tortellini
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp, cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Stir in cooked tortellini and pesto, toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen shrimp, but ensure they’re thawed before cooking.
- For extra flavor, toast pine nuts and sprinkle on top.
- Substitute chicken for shrimp if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
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