This shrimp scampi has the fresh flavors of tomatoes, spinach, and pesto. Serve over rice with hot Italian bread on the side.
Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Calories
446 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Combine the butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in pesto, garlic, and tomatoes, and simmer until the tomatoes start to soften, about 2 minutes. Season with red pepper flakes and black pepper to taste.
Step 2
Stir the shrimp into the sauce, and cook just until they turn pink, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the spinach, and stir until wilted, about 1 minute.
Ingredients
⅓ cup butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup olive oil
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 tablespoons prepared basil pesto (such as Classico ™)
