Italian Shrimp & Pesto Pasta
Enjoy our vibrant and nutritious Italian Shrimp & Pesto Pasta. This high-protein, gluten-free dish features succulent shrimp and fiber-rich buckwheat pasta to support muscle health and aid digestion. Packed with colorful vegetables and rocket, it delivers essential vitamins and antioxidants for promoting a healthy gut and overall wellness.
Avg. Recipe Cost (US)
$11.41
Avg. Recipe Cost (UK)
£6.16
Nutritional Information (approx)
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Protein: 20 g
- Fats: 15 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fibre: 6 g
Tags
Gluten Free High Protein Dinner
Ingredients
- buckwheat fusilli - 5 oz. (140g)
- cherry tomatoes - 10 (halved)
- red pepper - ½ (cut into strips)
- olive oil - 1 tbsp.
- shrimps - 5 oz. (150g)
- garlic clove - 1 (crushed)
- Italian herbs - to taste
- pesto - 1 tbsp.
- sun-dried tomatoes - ¼ cup (15g) (drained)
- rocket - 4 handfuls
Preparation Instructions
- 1. Cook the fusilli according to instructions on packaging.
- 2. Heat the grill to high. Place the tomatoes and pepper in a baking dish and cover with olive oil. Roast for about 8-10 minutes.
- 3. Season the shrimps with salt and pepper, Italian herb and crushed garlic. Place them in a baking dish and cook under the grill for about 4-5 minutes.
- 4. Mix the cooked pasta with the pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and rocket. Then toss in the roasted tomatoes, peppers and shrimps. Mix well, seasoned with salt and pepper, and serve warm.