Description
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine is a delightful Italian dish that combines tender linguine pasta with succulent shrimp, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce. This meal is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it also showcases the vibrant flavors of garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. Each bite is a perfect balance of richness and freshness, making it an ideal choice for both casual family dinners and elegant gatherings.
Ingredients
- Linguine pasta
- Large shrimp (deveined and peeled)
- Heavy cream
- Fresh garlic
- Sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh spinach
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until pink (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream; simmer gently.
- Stir in fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese until combined into a creamy sauce.
- Return shrimp to the skillet along with cooked linguine; toss gently, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (325g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt.