30-Minute Shrimp Tomato Basil Bowtie Pasta: Irresistible Flavor Bomb
A delicious and easy-to-make shrimp tomato basil bowtie pasta dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 8 oz bowtie pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Add cherry tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and fresh basil. Toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg