Shrimp, Asparagus & Cherry Tomato Pasta

Name: Shrimp, Asparagus & Cherry Tomato Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1 pound long pasta, such as manfredi lunghi; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Two 12-ounce bags cherry tomatoes (stemmed and halved); 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper or Calabrian chili paste; 3 large cloves garlic (flattened and chopped); 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 pound asparagus (trimmed, stalks cut on a diagonal into 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces); 1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined); 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil; 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano

This pasta dish has all of the colors and flavors of spring! Tons of fresh herbs and bright flavors make this a perfect recipe for the season.
Shrimp, Asparagus & Cherry Tomato Pasta, Credit: Elizabeth Newman

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

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Ingredients

Kosher salt
1 pound long pasta, such as manfredi lunghi

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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

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Two 12-ounce bags cherry tomatoes (stemmed and halved)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper or Calabrian chili paste
3 large cloves garlic (flattened and chopped)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 pound asparagus (trimmed, stalks cut on a diagonal into 1 to 1 1/2-inch pieces)
1 pound large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and place in a large bowl.
Heat the oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the crushed red pepper flakes and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the wine and asparagus. Bring to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the shrimp with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add the shrimp to the pan and continue to simmer until the shrimp is cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the basil, mint and oregano.
Pour the sauce over the pasta and toss to combine. Serve immediately.