Gemelli with Shrimp, Tomatoes and Walnut-Parsley Sa

Name: Gemelli with Shrimp, Tomatoes and Walnut-Parsley Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh Italian parsley leaves (about 1 large bunch); 1 cup walnuts (about 3 1/2 ounces), toasted; 6 teaspoons chopped garlic; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound gemelli or fusilli; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 1/4 pounds medium shrimp, peeled, deveined; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 1-pint basket cherry tomatoes, stemmed, halved

Servings: persons

1
Blend parsley, 3/4 cup walnuts, 5 teaspoons garlic and lemon peel in processor until nuts are finely chopped.
2
With machine running, gradually add oil and blend until coarse paste forms.
3
Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.Cook pasta in pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite.
4
Meanwhile, melt butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat.
5
Add remaining 1 teaspoon garlic; saute 30 seconds.
6
Add shrimp; saute 2 minutes.
7
Add lemon juice and simmer until shrimp are just opaque in center, about 2 minutes.Drain pasta well; return to same pot.
8
Add parsley sauce; toss until coated.
9
Mix in shrimp and tomatoes.
10
Season with salt and pepper; top with 1/4 cup walnuts.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups fresh Italian parsley leaves (about 1 large bunch), 1 cup walnuts (about 3 1/2 ounces), toasted, 6 teaspoons chopped garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel, and more.

Yes, Gemelli with Shrimp, Tomatoes and Walnut-Parsley Sauce 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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Gemelli with Shrimp, Tomatoes and Walnut-Parsley Sauce

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