Skinny Pesto Shrimp On Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Skinny Pesto Shrimp On Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 spaghetti squash; 1 seasoning pack of Knorr's Creamy Pesto; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons butter; 6 ounces shrimp frozen; 1 cup spinach frozen or fresh, chopped; 1/2 cup shitake mushrooms; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese; garlic salt; pepper; salt; 1/2 cup milk

Servings: persons

1 spaghetti squash
1 seasoning pack of Knorr's Creamy Pesto
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons butter
6 ounces shrimp frozen
1 cup spinach frozen or fresh, chopped
1/2 cup shitake mushrooms
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
garlic salt
pepper
salt
1/2 cup milk

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["Cut Spaghetti Squash in half (long way). Remove seeds. Place face down in glass baking dish. Add 1/4 cup of water. Bake in oven at 400 degrees for 40 minutes.", "Put 1 teaspoon butter in a frying pan. Add 6 oz shrimp, chopped mushrooms and spinach. Place on stove top until heated thoroughly (mushrooms should brown). Sprinkle on garlic salt and let sit.", "Take pack of Creamy Pesto Sauce and add 1/2 cup of milk and 1 T of olive oil to mix. (Do not follow directions on pack). Whisk in small soup pan until boiling.", "Remove Spaghetti squash from oven. Fork out ""Spaghetti"" into large bowl.", "Add 1 teaspoon of butter and 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese to noodles, stir until even. Then add the shrimp, mushroom and spinach mixture. Top with the pesto sauce and stir. Let simmer over low heat for 8-20 minutes so flavors can blend.", "Top with salt and pepper, serve immediately."]

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 spaghetti squash, 1 seasoning pack of Knorr's Creamy Pesto, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 teaspoons butter, and more.

Yes, Skinny Pesto Shrimp On Spaghetti Squash 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Skinny Pesto Shrimp On Spaghetti Squash

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