Pasta con Gamberetti e Pomodoro

Pasta con Gamberetti e Pomodoro is a delightful Italian breakfast dish that combines tender shrimp with a rich tomato sauce over al dente pasta. This dish is both satisfying and packed with flavor, perfect for a wholesome start to your day.

Ingredients

• Spaghetti - 150 grams
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 250 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 leaves
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese, grated (optional) - 30 grams

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they start to soften and release their juices.
4. Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and are fully cooked.
5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything together with the fresh basil leaves. Cook for an additional minute until heated through.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from shrimp, supporting muscle health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes, promoting heart health.

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