Mediterranean Pasta With Shrimp For One

Ingredients

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• Tomatoes: This recipe features 2 plum tomatoes, known for their firmness and sweet flavor, making them ideal for pasta dishes. Alternatively, you can use 1 large tomato for a similar taste and texture. If you’ve got a few extra tomatoes, consider using them to make Caprese Pasta, Cioppino, or a Taco Salad.
• Olive Oil: Extra virgin olive oil is my choice for its rich, authentic flavor and high nutritional value. It’s the purest form of olive oil, brimming with natural olive taste, vitamins, and minerals. However, a lighter olive oil can be used for a more subtle flavor.
• Garlic: A single clove of garlic significantly enhances this dish, contributing a bold and aromatic flavor. It’s an essential ingredient, so don’t skip it.
• Seasonings: A blend of Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper is used to perfectly season the dish, balancing the flavors.
• Pasta: Casarecci pasta, with its long, twisted shape, is my pasta of choice for this recipe. Its unique texture holds the sauce well, but feel free to substitute it with your preferred pasta variety.
• Butter: I recommend using salted butter for its ability to enrich the dish with a subtle, savory flavor.
• Shrimp: Red Argentinian shrimp are my top pick for their size, striking red color, and exceptional sweetness. They cook faster than others, making them a convenient and tasty choice. However, you can use any shrimp that’s readily available. If you’ve got extra shrimp, use them in Shrimp Étouffée, Shrimp Tacos, or Pad Thai.
• Olives: Kalamata olives, hailing from Greece, are selected for their distinctive almond shape, meaty texture, and rich purple color. Opt for pitted olives for convenience. Leftover olives can be added to our single serving Sheet Pan Greek Chicken, Spinach and Orzo Salad, or Mediterranean Chicken.
• Feta Cheese: This Greek cheese, made from sheep’s milk or a mix of sheep and goat’s milk, adds a tangy, creamy touch. Its white color and crumbly texture make it a visually and texturally appealing addition, available in blocks or crumbled. If you’ve got leftover feta, consider adding it to a Greek Chicken Bowl or Avocado Salad.

How To Make Mediterranean Pasta With Shrimp For One

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1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut plum tomatoes in half lengthwise and arrange them cut-side up on a foil-lined baking pan. In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Spoon this mixture over the tomatoes and drizzle with another tablespoon of olive oil.
2. Roast the Tomatoes: Place the tomatoes in the preheated oven and roast for 25 minutes, or until they turn soft and the tops are slightly browned.
3. Cook the Pasta: While the tomatoes are roasting, cook your pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain it well and transfer to a bowl. Toss with the remaining olive oil to coat evenly.
4. Cook the Shrimp: In a small skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until done. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and mix them into the pasta.
5. Combine Tomatoes with Pasta: Coarsely chop half of the roasted tomatoes. Add these and the whole roasted tomatoes with their juices to the pasta. Toss everything together thoroughly.
6. Final Touches: Stir in Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese. Season with salt according to taste. Serve the dish hot and enjoy your Mediterranean Pasta and Shrimp delight!