Shrimp Pesto Penne

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Shrimp pesto penne takes just minutes to prepare—both shrimp and snap peas cook very quickly while you boil the pasta, and the pesto is ready-made.

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Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin
Nicole McLaughlin

Nicole McLaughlin produces the educational and entertaining food series from Allrecipes; You Can Cook That. She is known for her relatability with the home-cook audience. With over 20 years in the culinary world, she is able to effectively deliver a bounty of knowledge, with a side of sarcastic wit.

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Published on April 9, 2024
overhead view of penne in white bowl with snap peas and shrimp
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 12 ounces penne pasta

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (21 to 25 count)

  • 1 (8 ounce) package sugar snap peas, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

  • 1 (8 ounce) container refrigerated prepared pesto

  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water when draining; set aside. 

  2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes, undisturbed. Add in snap peas and stir until shrimp are just becoming opaque. Stir in pesto and cooked pasta until well combined.

  3. Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest and the juice of the lemon to the pasta and toss to combine. Add pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency. Serve immediately.

    overhead view of penne in white bowl with snap peas and shrimp

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

422 Calories
19g Fat
40g Carbs
27g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 422
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19g 24%
Saturated Fat 4g 18%
Cholesterol 159mg 53%
Sodium 948mg 41%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 14%
Dietary Fiber 6g 23%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 27g 54%
Vitamin C 90mg 99%
Calcium 238mg 18%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 671mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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