Creamy Tomato Shrimp & Orzo

with Kale, Zucchini, & Basil Pesto

20 MIN

4 Servings

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From the Test Kitchen

This quick-cooking dish brings together tender shrimp, vegetables, and orzo pasta in a light, garlicky tomato sauce—all drizzled with our bright and flavorful basil pesto.

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Nutrition

PER SERVING
Calories

610 Cals (est.)

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1 Prepare the ingredients:

Heat a large pot of salted water to boiling on high. Wash and dry the zucchini. Halve lengthwise, then thinly slice crosswise. If necessary, peel the garlic, then roughly chop. Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels; remove and discard the tails. Place in a bowl and season with salt and pepper; stir to coat.

2 Cook the pasta & kale:

Add the pasta to the pot of boiling water. Cook 4 minutes. Add the kale and continue to cook 3 to 5 minutes, or until the kale is wilted and the pasta is al dente (still slightly firm to the bite). Turn off the heat. Drain thoroughly and return to the pot.

3 Cook the zucchini:

While the pasta cooks, in a large pan (nonstick, if you have one), heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the sliced zucchini, chopped garlic, and as much of the red pepper flakes as you’d like, depending on how spicy you’d like the dish to be. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 1 to 2 minutes, or until slightly softened. Add the tomato paste and 1/2 cup of water (carefully, as the liquid may splatter). Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, 1 to 2 minutes, or until thoroughly combined and the water has cooked off.

4 Cook the shrimp:

Add the seasoned shrimp to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3 to 4 minutes, or until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Turn off the heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5 Finish the pasta & serve your dish:

To the pot of cooked pasta and kale, add the cooked shrimp and zucchini, butter, and crème fraîche. Stir until thoroughly combined and the butter is melted. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the finished shrimp and pasta topped with the pesto and cheese. Enjoy!