Description
This Mediterranean-inspired shrimp pasta is packed with fresh flavors and vibrant ingredients. Juicy shrimp, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy burrata, and toasted pine nuts come together in an olive oil and lemon-based sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 10 oz fettuccine, spaghetti, or linguine
For the Shrimp:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 lb large raw shrimp (peeled, deveined, tails off)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
For the Sauce & Toppings:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 10 oz cherry or grape tomatoes (red and yellow), halved
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 8 oz burrata cheese
- 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Cook the Shrimp:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp olive oil.
- Add shrimp in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping once or twice, until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté the Tomatoes:
- In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil, halved cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften and release their juices.
4. Assemble the Dish:
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the tomatoes.
- Pour in 3 tbsp lemon juice and toss everything together.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
5. Add Toppings & Serve:
- Top the pasta with the cooked shrimp.
- Tear the burrata cheese into pieces and place it on top.
- Drizzle with tomato juices from the skillet.
- Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts, extra red pepper flakes, and chopped parsley.
Storage & Tips:
- Leftovers: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Reheating: Warm gently on the stovetop with a splash of olive oil or lemon juice.
- Substitutes: Swap burrata for fresh mozzarella or use almonds instead of pine nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 726 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 250mg