Description
Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Linguine is a luxurious pasta dish that combines tender shrimp, vibrant spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes in a rich cream sauce. With its delightful flavors and elegant presentation, this dish transforms any meal into a special occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté shrimp seasoned with salt and pepper for about 2-3 minutes per side until pink. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for one minute. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in spinach until wilted, then gradually add Parmesan cheese while mixing well.
- Combine cooked shrimp and drained linguine into the sauce, tossing until well-coated. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve garnished with extra Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap shrimp for chicken or add vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for added nutrition. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.