Chili Lime Shrimp Pesto Pasta Recipe

Name: Chili Lime Shrimp Pesto Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Baby Arugula, Packed; 1/2 Ripe Avocado, Seeded And Peeled, Then Lightly Mashed; 1/2 cups Olive Oil; 1/2 cups Pine Nuts; 1/2 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese; 3 Tablespoons Almond Milk; 1/2 teaspoons Hickory Smoked Sea Salt; 1 pound Quinoa Fusilli Or Any Short Pasta You Like; 1 dash Olive Oil, Plus Additional For Drizzling; 1 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined With The Tails Removed; 1/2 Lime, Juiced And Zested; 1/2 teaspoons Hickory Smoked Sea Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika; 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper; 14 whole Cherry Tomatoes, Halved; Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese, As Needed For Sprinkling On Top

Servings: persons

3 cups Baby Arugula, Packed
1/2 Ripe Avocado, Seeded And Peeled, Then Lightly Mashed
1/2 cups Olive Oil
1/2 cups Pine Nuts
1/2 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
3 Tablespoons Almond Milk
1/2 teaspoons Hickory Smoked Sea Salt
1 pound Quinoa Fusilli Or Any Short Pasta You Like
1 dash Olive Oil, Plus Additional For Drizzling
1 pound Shrimp, Peeled And Deveined With The Tails Removed
1/2 Lime, Juiced And Zested
1/2 teaspoons Hickory Smoked Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder
1/2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper
14 whole Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese, As Needed For Sprinkling On Top

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First, get a large pot of salted water on the stove and bring it to a boil for the pasta.
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Once it boils, cook the pasta just until tender for about 7-8 minutes.
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The rest of the dish can be put together quickly while this happens!
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While the water comes to a boil and the pasta cooks, prepare the arugula avocado pesto.
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In the bowl of a food processor just combine all of the pesto ingredients and run the processor for about a minute until it is creamy and smooth.
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Set the pesto aside.
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Then, prepare the chili lime shrimp for the pasta.
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In a large rondeau pan heat the olive oil over medium high heat.
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Cook the shrimp in it until they are pink and fully cooked through for about 3 minutes.
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While they cook add the lime juice, lime zest, salt, chili powder, smoked paprika and crushed red pepper.
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Then the cherry tomatoes go in, allow them to get soft and cook for just a minute.
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Turn the heat to low.
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Spoon the pesto into the pan next and let it warm through and gently bubble for another minute while the shrimp absorbs the flavors.
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The pasta should be done by this point.
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Drain the pasta and add it to the pan with the shrimp and pesto and toss it all together thoroughly.
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Drizzle a little more olive oil on top to really bring it all together and give it another quick stir.
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Take the pan off of the heat.
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Scoop the pasta into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
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Serve hot and enjoy!

1416

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups Baby Arugula, Packed, 1/2 Ripe Avocado, Seeded And Peeled, Then Lightly Mashed, 1/2 cups Olive Oil, 1/2 cups Pine Nuts, and more.

Yes, Chili Lime Shrimp Pesto Pasta falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chili Lime Shrimp Pesto Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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