Gnocchi with Shrimp, Asparagus and Pesto by
TRobinson
Source: Cooking Light
Ingredients
2 quarts plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
1 (16oz) package vacuum-packed gnocchi
4 cups (1-inch) slices asparagus (about 1 pound)
1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, coarsely chopped
1 cup basil leaves
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons preshredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic
4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
2
quarts plus 1 tablespoon water, divided
1
(16oz) package vacuum-packed gnocchi
4 cup
s (1-inch) slices asparagus (about 1 pound)
1
pound peeled and deveined large shrimp, coarsely chopped
1 cup
basil leaves
2
tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2
tablespoons preshredded Parmesan cheese
2
teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2
teaspoons bottled minced garlic
4
teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
1. Bring 2 quarts water to a boil in a Dutch oven. Add gnocchi to pan; cook 4 minutes or until done (gnocchi will rise to surface). Remove with a slotted spoon; place in a large bowl. Add aspargus and shrimp to pan; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done. Drain. Add shrimp mixture to gnocchi.
2. Combine remaining 1 tablespoon water, basil, and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping sides. Drizzle oil through food chute with food processor on; process until well blended. Add basil mixture to shrimp mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Servings: 4
Serving Size: 2 cups
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories |
355 |
Fat |
9.3 g |
Saturated Fat |
1.6 g |
Cholesterol |
170 mg |
Sodium |
747 mg |
Carbohydrates |
42.7 |
Fiber |
3 g |
Protein |
26.5 g |