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Bruschetta Shrimp Pasta

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Bruschetta Shrimp Pasta is a fresh, Mediterranean-inspired pasta dish that combines the bold flavors of bruschetta with tender shrimp and juicy tomatoes. It’s light, vibrant, and perfect for an elegant yet easy meal.

Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta of choice (spaghetti, linguine, or angel hair)
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Season shrimp with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and pink. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add cherry tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5–6 minutes until blistered and juicy.
  6. Stir in balsamic vinegar, if using. Return shrimp to the skillet.
  7. Add cooked pasta and toss with the tomato-shrimp mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed to create a light sauce.
  8. Remove from heat, stir in chopped basil, and season to taste with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  9. Serve immediately topped with grated parmesan cheese if using.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • Don’t overcook shrimp—remove from heat as soon as they turn opaque.
  • Substitute lemon juice for balsamic for a brighter flavor profile.
  • Add baby spinach or arugula at the end for more greens.
  • Best served fresh to maintain shrimp texture and pasta consistency.

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