Summery Shrimp Orecchiette
A simple summery shrimp orecchiette reminds us why tomatoes and zucchini are some of summer's finest prizes.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 474kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound Roma tomatoes (trimmed and diced into 1-inch pieces)
- 8 cloves garlic (peeled and minced)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 1 tablespoon chili oil (plus more if desired)
- 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt (plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
- 12 ounces orecchiette
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ pound zucchini (peeled and small-diced)
- 1 yellow onion (peeled and small-diced)
- ½ cup parsley (loosely packed and minced; plus more for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the tomatoes and shrimp:
- Gather the tomatoes, garlic, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the chili oil and shrimp and toss to coat. Season with 1½ teaspoons kosher salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Transfer to the refrigerator until needed.
Cook the zucchini:
- Heat 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil in a wide pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the zucchini and onion and season with a pinch of salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 20 minutes until very soft and jammy, turning occasionally.
Cook the orecchiette:
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette and cook 12 to 14 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Finish the sauce:
- Turn the heat on the zucchini to medium-high. Once it begins to sizzle in the pot, add the bowl of tomatoes and shrimp. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium. Cook, stirring regularly, for about 3 to 4 minutes or until the shrimp are almost opaque.
- Add the cooked orecchiette and the minced parsley and toss to coat. Continue cooking until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Taste and season. Turn off the heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
To serve:
- Spoon the pasta into shallow bowls. Finish with more minced parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 474kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 12g | Sodium: 897mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin C: 59mg
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