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Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus recipe is a Italian Dinner meal that takes 20 minutes to make. If you enjoy Italian for Dinner, you will like Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus!

Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus

Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus Recipe
Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus

This recipe is quick and easy! I think the most important thing to consider when counting calories in this dish is the SAUCE you use. I used Target's brand, Archer Farms-- others I found in the food database were considerably higher in fat and calories. If you use a different brand, try to find something comparable to 70 cal/ 6g fat per 1/4 cup.

What Course Is Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus?

Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus is for Dinner.


How Long Does Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus Recipe Take To Prepare?

Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus takes 5 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus Recipe Take To Cook?

Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus takes 20 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus Recipe Make?

Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus makes 8 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus Recipe?

The ingredients for Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus are:

1 lb frozen shrimp --raw, shelled, deveined
1 jar Archer Farms Basil Pesto Cream sauce (16.9 oz)
12 oz Whole wheat pasta (appx 6 servings)
12 oz Asparagus spears, steam-in-bag
2 oz Artichoke hearts, marinated
2 tsp Minced garlic
1 oz Asiago cheese, shredded
1 tbs Light margarine


How Do I Make Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus?

Here is how you make Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus:

Cook pasta according to package directions, appx 12-15 minutes. Meanwhile, melt margarine in skillet. Add garlic and shrimp. Cook on med-high until shrimp is opaque, about 7 minutes. Cook asparagus in microwave according to package directions. Add artichoke hearts and pasta sauce to cooked shrimp. Cut asparagus spears into 1 in pieces and stir in. Warm mixture while draining pasta. Stir in the pasta and warm on low heat about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with shredded Asiago, cover and remove from heat, allowing cheese to melt on top.Makes 8 servings of 1 1/2 c.Number of Servings: 8Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SINABUNN.


What's The Nutritional Info For Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus?

The nutritional information for Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 8
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 284.4
  • Total Fat: 9.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 104.3 mg
  • Sodium: 417.6 mg
  • Total Carbs: 27.8 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.8 g
  • Protein: 19.3 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus?

Basil Pesto Shrimp Rotini with Asparagus is Italian cuisine.


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