Pesto Shrimp with Mushrooms
Pesto shrimp with mushrooms is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that transports you straight to the Mediterranean. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp sautéed to perfection, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious pesto sauce that elevates your dining experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this delightful combination guarantees smiles and satisfaction at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 lb peeled shrimp (fresh or thawed)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: peel and devein shrimp, slice mushrooms, and mince garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook until golden brown (approximately four minutes). Then add shrimp, cooking until they turn pink and opaque (about three minutes).
- Reduce heat slightly; pour in pesto sauce, stirring until everything is well coated (around two minutes).
- Gently fold in halved cherry tomatoes and grated Parmesan cheese, warming through for another two minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider tossing in chopped nuts like pine nuts or walnuts. - You can substitute shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option. - Serve alongside warm crusty bread for a complete meal.