Pesto Shrimp Dinner

November 6, 2023

This is a vibrant and savory dish that's perfect for a delightful evening meal. For this recipe, you'll need a 2-pound bag of peeled and deveined frozen wild shrimp, which should be thawed before cooking. Season the shrimp with 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper, ensuring that they're perfectly seasoned.

To accompany the shrimp, prepare fresh or frozen asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces, and add them to the dish. The vibrant green asparagus brings a lovely crunch and a burst of freshness to the meal.

Toss in a pint of grape tomatoes, which provide a sweet and juicy contrast to the dish. For a burst of flavor, add 2 tablespoons of pesto, ensuring it's olive oil-based for that extra richness. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the ingredients, which infuses a zesty and tangy essence into the dish.

To make the meal heartier and more satisfying, include a can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained. These add a protein and fiber kick, making the Pesto Shrimp Dinner a filling and well-balanced dish.

Cook everything to perfection, and you'll have a delightful dinner that's rich in flavors and textures. Enjoy the savory taste of pesto, the tenderness of shrimp, and the freshness of asparagus and tomatoes in every bite!

INGREDIENTS

2 lb bag of peeled, deveined frozen wild shrimp (thawed)
1 tsp each salt & pepper (divided 1/2 for shrimp, 1/2 for veggies)
Fresh or frozen Asparagus (cut into 1” pieces
1 pint of grape tomatoes
2 T pesto (olive oil based)
1 lemon, juiced
1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

STEPS

Heat a sprayed skillet over medium/high heat. Add thawed shrimp, salt & pepper. Cook for a couple of minutes per side.
It may help to cook in 2 batches to not overcrowd the pan. Cook until pink and set aside in a bowl.
Discard any shrimp liquid left on the pan. Add veggies and chickpeas to the same skillet, salt & pepper, and cook until desired softness.
Add veggies/chickpeas to shrimp and toss in a bowl with the pesto and lemon juice. Yummy cold or warm.

Notes: This is a super light recipe so 2 servings are a great option for this if you’re really hungry. Also low in fat so dark chocolate for dessert or some yummy cheese on top would be great. If not a chickpea fan, rice or pasta would work great too.