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Shrimp Pesto Arugula Pasta

Shrimp Pesto Arugula Pasta is not only easy to make, using only a handful of ingredients, but it also happens to be cheap to make! Only 12 dollars!
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Prep time 10 minutes
Cook time 20 minutes
Total time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound linguine noodles
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves optional
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 4 cups baby arugula
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 jar store bought pesto

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil. Once boiled, season with salt and add in the linguine. Cook according to package directions, until tender. Drain and set off to the side.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in 1 tablespoon olive oil and minced garlic, if using. Add the shrimp and cook, stirring often, until the shrimp is pink and no longer opaque, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside. Return skillet to heat and add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add in the arugula, a handful at a time, and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Season with a bit of salt and pepper. Add back in the shrimp and stir in the pesto sauce. Cook for a few minutes to warm through. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
  • Toss the shrimp and pesto with the cooked linguine noodles and cook for a few minutes to heat through. Serve and enjoy!