Fettuccine Caprese

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4
Delicious Fettuccine Caprese recipe with fresh shrimp and Italian herbs
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package fresh fettuccine
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 fresh garlic cloves , minced
1 tablespoon butter
chopped green onion
2 tablespoons anchovy paste
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 lb shrimp , peeled and deveined
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 tablespoon fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 diced plum tomatoes or can diced italian tomatoes
fresh shaved parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
520
Sugar
3g
Fat
20g
Fettuccine Caprese is a pasta dish that combines the flavors of Italy with fresh seafood and herbs. The dish is named after the Caprese salad, which is made with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. This recipe uses fresh fettuccine pasta as a base, and is topped with fresh shrimp, garlic, mushrooms, tomato, and a variety of herbs and spices. The combination of flavors is rich and complex, making it a great main dish for a family dinner or a romantic evening at home. Fettuccine Caprese is also a great way to use up fresh herbs and vegetables, and can easily be adapted to include your favorite ingredients.

Instructions

1.Cook fettuccine according to package directions.
2.While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
3.Add butter, green onion, anchovy paste, and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until mushrooms are slightly softened.
4.Add the shrimp and white wine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
5.Add the fresh parsley, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and diced tomato. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until tomato is warmed through.
6.Serve the shrimp mixture over the cooked fettuccine, and top with fresh shaved Parmesan cheese.

PROS

Rich and flavorful with plenty of protein from the fresh shrimp.

This pasta dish is a great way to use up fresh herbs and vegetables.

It can be served as a main dish or as a side alongside a salad or garlic bread.

CONS

Higher in calories and fat due to the butter and olive oil used in the recipe.

Not suitable for those with shellfish allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is a low-calorie and high-protein seafood that contains a variety of nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, selenium, and vitamin B12.
Tomatoes are a good source of lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of certain cancers, including prostate, lung, and stomach cancer.
Fresh herbs like parsley and oregano are rich in vitamins and minerals, and have been linked to reducing inflammation in the body.

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