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Pesto Shrimp Quinoa-roni with Artichoke Hearts

Contributed By: cristinacy
Self-creation

Approximately 20 minutes from start to finish. Quick simple meal.

Ingredients

1/2 cups Quinoa elbow macaroni

2 tsp Oil

approx. 2 cups Peeled, deveined shrimps (uncooked)

1/2 cup Quartered artichoke hearts (canned)

1/2 cup Pesto

1/4 Shredded fresh basil

1/4 cup Grated Parmesan

Preparation

Cook the quinoa according to package instructions until al dente (7 to 9 minutes). Heat oil in a medium skillet, toss in the shrimp. Cook until shrimp turns pink (about 2 mins.), add in artichokes then stir in pesto. Next toss in the cooked quinoa pasta and mix well to combine (another couple minutes). Season to taste. Remove from heat, add basil and sprinkle with Parmesan.

Serve immediately.

Enjoy!

Cook's Notes

Of course you can use regular pasta in place of quinoa.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Shellfish
Rice, Pasta & Bread

Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 2
Origin: Italian
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes)
Meal Type: Lunch
Entree