Linguine al Pesto with Shrimp Tartare and Lemon

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    265 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Italian

Linguine al Pesto with Shrimp Tartare and Lemon

Linguine al Pesto with Red Shrimp Tartare and Lemon is an exquisite recipe that shows off the vibrant and aromatic elements of traditional Italian cooking while introducing a modern twist that will leave your guests wanting more.Linguine al Pesto, a classic pasta dish from the Liguria region of Italy, is known for its simplicity and vibrant green hue. It features al dente linguine, a type of flat pasta, tossed in a vibrant and aromatic homemade basil pesto sauce.To take this dish to new heights, we introduce the tantalizing addition of Red Shrimp Tartare.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 350 g linguine pasta 12.5 oz
  • 180 g basil pesto ~6 oz
  • 1 lemon
  • 100 g shrimps about 10, fresh and red
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • black pepper freshly ground
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Instructions

  1. Clean the shrimps. Remove the head, the shell and any black guts.
  2. Cut the shrimp into small pieces on a cutting board and place in a bowl.
  3. Season with extra virgin olive oil, a little grated organic lemon zest, the juice of half a lemon, salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Stir and set aside to marinate for about 10 minutes, just long enough to cook the linguine pasta.
  5. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. When the water boils, add the necessary coarse salt and the linguine. Cook the pasta for the time indicated on the package, usually 10-12 minutes.
  6. When cooked, drain the pasta and save half a ladle of the cooking water.
  7. Place the linguini in a large bowl. Add the pesto, 2 or 3 tablespoons of the cooking water and a drizzle of EVO oil.
  8. Add a little grated lemon zest and toss well.
  9. Finally, arrange the pesto linguine on a plate and top with the red shrimp tartar. Add more lemon zest and pepper to taste and serve.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 100g Calories 265kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 44mg (15%) Sodium 451mg (19%) Potassium 103mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 913IU (18%) Vitamin C 14mg (16%) Calcium 96mg (10%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 265 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 100g
Calories 265kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 451mg 19%
Potassium 103mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 913IU 18%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 96mg 10%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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