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One Pot Shrimp Pasta Primavera

One Pot Shrimp Pasta Primavera: Quick, Creamy, and Colorful

This One Pot Shrimp Pasta Primavera features vibrant seasonal vegetables and a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: PASTA
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Short Pasta Any variety like penne or fusilli works best.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Spring Vegetables Mushrooms, asparagus, peas, and cherry tomatoes.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Diced finely.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adjust to spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Broth
  • 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Adjust according to pasta cooking instructions.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Cream or Milk Use half-and-half or almond milk for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Unsalted.
For Zesty Brightness
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Serve with lemon wedges.
For the Protein
  • 1 lb Shrimp Large, peeled, and deveined.
  • Alternatives Grilled chicken or omit for vegetarian.
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Basil or parsley, chopped.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

How to Make One Pot Shrimp Pasta Primavera
  1. In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions, minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, and chili flakes, then sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the broth, short pasta, and cream. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat, letting it simmer until the pasta is nearly al dente.
  3. Toss in the asparagus, peas, and shrimp, stirring constantly until the shrimp turn pink and are cooked through, approximately 3 minutes.
  4. Remove the pot from heat, then stir in the unsalted butter and Parmesan cheese until they are fully melted and the sauce becomes creamy.
  5. Fold in cherry tomatoes, freshly chopped herbs, and lemon zest. Toss everything gently to combine, and serve hot with extra cheese on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For extra zesty kick, squeeze additional lemon juice over the top. Cook pasta until just al dente to maintain texture.

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