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Shrimp Pasta with Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach (1 cup/svg) takes several minutes to prepare.

Shrimp Pasta with Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach (1 cup/svg) takes several minutes to cook.

Shrimp Pasta with Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach (1 cup/svg) makes 7 servings.

The ingredients for Shrimp Pasta with Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach (1 cup/svg) are:

* 1/2 pound extra large shrimp, thawed, peeled and deveined
* 2 tsp lemon zest, divided
* 1 pinch crushed red pepper
* 1 sprig fresh thyme, leaves removed and chopped
* 1 sprig fresh oregano, leaves removed and chopped
* 2 basil leaves, torn
* 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
* 4 cups baby spinach
* 2 Tbs. lemon juice (or more!)
* 1/2 pound angel hair pasta
* coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Here is how you make Shrimp Pasta with Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach (1 cup/svg):

On a plate, toss the shrimp with the crushed red pepper, half the lemon zest, chopped herbs and a pinch of salt and pepper. Let it sit while you start the rest.Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Add the garlic and bloom 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes along the remaining lemon zest. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper and saute for 2 minutes.Add the shrimp in a single layer and sear on one side for 2 minutes. Flip and sear another minute, or until shrimp is cooked through. Keep tossing the tomatoes just a little bit.In the meantime, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the angel hair until al dente, maybe 5 minutes. Drain all but about 1/2 cup of the pasta water and toss with the shrimp and tomato mixture, along with the spinach. Squeeze a lot of lemon juice right in. Season with coarse salt and pepper. Add as much pasta water as you want to create a thin, glorious sauce.Serve it with more lemon juice, crusty bread and for heaven?s sake, fresh parmesan cheese.Serving Size:?makes 6-7 cups

The nutritional information for Shrimp Pasta with Tomatoes, Lemon and Spinach (1 cup/svg) is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 7
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 198.4

• Total Fat: 5.1 g
• Cholesterol: 63.1 mg
• Sodium: 106.5 mg
• Total Carbs: 26.9 g
• Dietary Fiber: 4.2 g
• Protein: 11.4 g