15-Minute Red Pesto Pasta With Prawns Recipe
A quick and flavorful 15-minute red pesto pasta tossed with succulent prawns and garnished with parmesan and fresh parsley, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 200 g pasta
Prawns
- 180 g prawns (shelled, cooked, defrosted if frozen)
Sauce and Garnish
- 3 tbsp red pesto (sun-dried tomato pesto)
- 10 g parmesan (grated)
- 1 tsp parsley (finely chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta following the package instructions. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the prawns: When the pasta has about 2 minutes left before reaching al dente, heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the prawns and 1 tablespoon of red pesto, stirring for 1-2 minutes until the prawns are warmed through and evenly coated. If using raw prawns, cook them first until pink and opaque before adding the pesto.
- Combine pasta and prawns: Drain the pasta well and add it to the frying pan with the prawns. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of red pesto and stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Serve and garnish: Divide the pasta among serving bowls, sprinkle grated parmesan on top, and garnish with finely chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Use cooked, defrosted prawns to save time; raw prawns require cooking before adding pesto.
- Choose your favorite pasta shape such as linguine, spaghetti, or penne.
- Adjust the amount of red pesto depending on your taste preference and the sauce consistency you desire.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes when cooking the prawns.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 640 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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