Walnut Pesto Pasta With Grilled Garlic Shrimp

Name: Walnut Pesto Pasta With Grilled Garlic Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Walnut Pesto Pasta; 10 Cloves of Garlic; 1.5 cups California Walnut Halves; 3/4 cup Olive Oil; 4 cups Basil Leaves, packed; 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper; 2 pounds Spaghetti; Grilled Garlic Shrimp; 30 Large Tiger Prawns, peeled & de-veined; 12 Cloves of Garlic, chopped; 1/4 cup Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper

Servings: persons

Walnut Pesto Pasta
10 Cloves of Garlic
1.5 cups California Walnut Halves
3/4 cup Olive Oil
4 cups Basil Leaves, packed
1 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper
2 pounds Spaghetti
Grilled Garlic Shrimp
30 Large Tiger Prawns, peeled & de-veined
12 Cloves of Garlic, chopped
1/4 cup Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper

1
Bring a large pot of water to boil while you prep your pesto ingredients. Combine the garlic, walnuts, basil, olive oil, Parmesan, salt & pepper in you food processor and blend until all ingredients are well incorporated. Once your water is boiling, add your pasta and cook per the instructions on your pasta's packaging.
2
In the meantime, peel and de-vein your shrimp leaving the tail. Put in a prep bowl with your chopped garlic, olive oil, salt & pepper and let sit for at least 15 minutes. During this time you can pre-heat the grill to about 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Once the grill is hot and your shrimp have marinated, put the shrimp onto the grill (careful not to lose any through the grates!) and grill for about 3 minutes per side until shrimp turn a beautiful orange and are cooked through.
3
Once your pasta is done cooking, drain and combine with your pesto sauce, top with the grilled garlic shrimp and serve immediately! Enjoy!

1305

kcal

Calories

128

Fat

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Walnut Pesto Pasta, 10 Cloves of Garlic, 1.5 cups California Walnut Halves, 3/4 cup Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Walnut Pesto Pasta With Grilled Garlic Shrimp 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!