Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta – Rich, Creamy & Flavorful

This Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta is an easy, one-pan dish that combines succulent shrimp with a rich and creamy sauce, made even more delicious with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. The perfect blend of savory and tangy flavors, this dish is a quick and hearty meal that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. The cream and butter create a smooth, indulgent sauce that coats the linguine perfectly, while the shrimp add a savory protein boost. You can swap the shrimp for chicken or even scallops for variety. Best enjoyed as a comforting dinner for any occasion!

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  
  

• 1 teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1 teaspoon garlic granules
  
  

• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  
  

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
  
  

• 4 large garlic cloves, minced
  
  

• Splash cider or stock
  
  

• 1 tablespoon butter
  
  

• 1 shallot, finely diced
  
  

• 3.5 oz (150g) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  
  

• 1.5 cups (300g) cream (pouring/single)
  
  

• 3 handfuls baby spinach
  
  

• Zest of 1 lemon
  
  

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  
  

• 10.5 oz (300g) dried linguine, cooked al dente
  
  

Directions

1. Pat the shrimp dry with kitchen paper and season with salt, pepper, and garlic granules.
   
   

2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
   
   

3. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes until pink. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the pan.
   
   

4. Add a splash of cider or stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan.
   
   

5. Stir in butter and sauté the shallot for 5 minutes, then add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
   
   

6. Lower the heat and stir in the cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Add the cooked shrimp back into the pan and stir for a couple of minutes.
   
   

7. Add the spinach and stir until it wilts.
   
   

8. Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy mixture, making sure it's fully coated.
   
   

9. Add lemon zest and parsley, then serve immediately.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving, based on 4 servings)

• Calories: 735 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 77g
  
  

• Protein: 31g
  
  

• Fat: 35g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 18g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 233mg
  
  

• Sodium: 1922mg
  
  

• Potassium: 1257mg
  
  

• Fiber: 6g
  
  

• Sugar: 12g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 1315 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 12mg
  
  

• Calcium: 161mg
  
  

• Iron: 4mg