Pasta With Shrimp And Cilantro-Lime Pesto Recipe

Name: Pasta With Shrimp And Cilantro-Lime Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups fresh cilantro leaves; 2/3 cup (scant) chopped green onions; 4.5 Tblsp fresh lime juice; 3 pressed garlic cloves; 1 chopped, seeded, fresh jalapeno; 2/3 cup of EVOO; 1.5lb linguine; 1.5lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined; 4.5 Tblsp tequilla; 2/3 cup of Cotija or Feta cheese

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups fresh cilantro leaves
2/3 cup (scant) chopped green onions
4.5 Tblsp fresh lime juice
3 pressed garlic cloves
1 chopped, seeded, fresh jalapeno
2/3 cup of EVOO
1.5lb linguine
1.5lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
4.5 Tblsp tequilla
2/3 cup of Cotija or Feta cheese

1
Blend 2 cups of cilantro leaves (leaving 1/4 cup for chopped garnish) and next 4 ingredients in food processor until coarse puree forms. With machine running, gradually add EVOO. Season generously with salt. (remember, this can be done ahead)
2
Cook linguine in large pot of boiling, salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain.
3
Meanwhile, heat remaining EVOO in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook until almost opaque in the center, about 3 min. Remove skillet from heat; add tequilla. Return skillet to heat and stir until sauce is syrupy, about 30 sec. Add pesto; stir to coat. Remove from heat.
4
Add pasta to sauce in skillet and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Divide pasta and shrimp among plates, and sprinkle with Cojita or Feta cheese and chopped cilantro.

437

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 2 1/4 cups fresh cilantro leaves, 2/3 cup (scant) chopped green onions, 4.5 Tblsp fresh lime juice, 3 pressed garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Pasta With Shrimp And Cilantro-Lime Pesto 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.

Pasta With Shrimp And Cilantro-Lime Pesto

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