One-Pot Shrimp and Tomato Pasta

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A vibrant pasta dish featuring plump shrimp and sun-ripened tomatoes simmered in a single pot with garlic and herbs for effortless weeknight dining. This Italian one-pot recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs spaghetti, shrimp, and cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Build a week of meals around this recipe" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 1/2 cup vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Step 6: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with the reserved 1/2 cup pasta water and 1/4 cup fresh basil, tossing to combine.
  7. Step 7: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then top with 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.

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