Creamy Pesto Shrimp with Linguine

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Pesto Shrimp with Linguine recipe, a luxurious fusion of fresh seafood, aromatic basil pesto, and silky Parmesan cream sauce. Perfectly cooked linguine serves as the base for juicy, tender shrimp pan-seared in olive oil, while a decadent combination of heavy cream and vibrant pesto creates a velvety sauce that clings to every strand of pasta. The dish is finished with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan and a touch of fresh basil for a gourmet flourish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hassle-free recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or an effortless date-night meal. Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this creamy pasta delivers restaurant-quality results every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup prepared basil pesto
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 0 as desired fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. Set the linguine aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and prepared basil pesto. Mix well to combine and heat the sauce for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 6

Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss gently to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.

Step 7

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1399.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3300.1

Total Fat 232.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1225.1mg	0%
Sodium 6972.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 5.9g
Protein 173.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1492.9mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1586.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.6%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 15.3%