Pesto Shrimp Pasta

Pesto Shrimp Pasta Recipe

The pesto sauce in this recipe blends well with the shrimp and Fettuccine for a delicious main dish.

So if you are in the mood for seafood tonight, browse on down and see the list of ingredients, directions, nutrition information and Weight Watchers Points - including the new Freestyle plan with SmartPoints.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped fresh kale, stems removed
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 2 cloves garlic, halved
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1 cup plain, non-fat yogurt
• 1 tsp vegetable oil
• 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 package Fettucine noodles, 16 oz

Directions

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2. While pasta is cooking combine kale, basil, garlic and Parmesan cheese in a food process or blender. Blend until pureed.
3. Add salt and yogurt. Stir slightly to blend.
4. Place the oil in a large skillet and heat over medium-low.
5. Add the shrimp and saute for about 4 minutes or until shrimp is bright pink and cooked through.
6. When pasta is done according to package directions, drain and place in a large serving bowl.
7. Add the kale mixture and toss until pasta is coated evenly.
8. Add the shrimp tossing gently.
9. Divide evenly onto 4 plates and serve.

Cooking Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts for Pesto Shrimp Pasta

Nutrition facts shown below are per serving. The number of serving is noted in the header section below. The serving size is the first item noted on the nutrition facts table.