This Olive Garden-style Shrimp Primavera is a comforting Italian-American classic that brings the restaurant experience home. The dish features al dente linguini tossed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce known as Romaglio. It is generously loaded with crisp-tender seasonal vegetables, including sweet bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic onions. Succulent shrimp are added at the end to retain their tenderness, heating through gently in the warm sauce. The result is a harmonious blend of savory garlic notes, fresh vegetable sweetness, and creamy richness. It is an excellent choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special date night meal. Simple to assemble with pantry staples and fresh produce, this recipe delivers a balanced, flavorful experience that appeals to the whole family.
Olive Garden Shrimp Primavera
Description
This Olive Garden-style Shrimp Primavera is a comforting Italian-American classic that brings the restaurant experience home. The dish features al dente linguini tossed in a rich, buttery garlic sauce known as Romaglio. It is generously loaded with crisp-tender seasonal vegetables, including sweet bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic onions. Succulent shrimp are added at the end to retain their tenderness, heating through gently in the warm sauce. The result is a harmonious blend of savory garlic notes, fresh vegetable sweetness, and creamy richness. It is an excellent choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a special date night meal. Simple to assemble with pantry staples and fresh produce, this recipe delivers a balanced, flavorful experience that appeals to the whole family.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook linguini according to package directions until al dente.
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While pasta cooks, melt butter in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat.
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Add the Knorr Romaglio Pasta sauce mix, crushed tomatoes, lemon juice, crushed red chili pepper, dried basil, dried marjoram, and black pepper to the melted butter.
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Stir well to combine and simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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In a separate large saute pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
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Add halved mushrooms, green pepper squares, red pepper squares, and yellow onion squares to the saute pan.
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Saute the vegetables for about 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
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Add the sauteed vegetables to the simmering sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
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When the pasta is almost done cooking, stir the peeled and deveined shrimp into the sauce to heat through.
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Ensure the shrimp are heated through but do not boil the sauce to prevent the shrimp from becoming tough.
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Drain the cooked linguini and serve hot.
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Spoon the Shrimp Primavera sauce over the hot linguini.
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Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 84.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.0g10%
- Saturated Fat 1.9g10%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 85.7mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.3g3%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 1.3g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
The original ingredient list mentions "Package Knorr Romaglio Pasta" which typically includes a sauce mix and sometimes dried vegetables or garlic powder. If using a standard Romaglio mix, you may need to supplement with fresh garlic and olive oil for the best flavor profile.
Ingredient substitutions: The directions call for crushed tomatoes, lemon juice, and various spices which were listed in the text but not the formal ingredient list. Ensure you have 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp crushed red chili pepper, 1/2 tsp dried basil, 1/4 tsp dried marjoram, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Vegetable variations: Feel free to swap in zucchini, asparagus, or broccoli florets for the peppers and mushrooms to suit your preference or seasonal availability.
Shrimp preparation: Use medium-sized shrimp that are peeled and deveined. If using frozen shrimp, ensure they are thawed and patted dry before adding to the sauce.
Storage: Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth to loosen the sauce.
Safety: Ensure shrimp are cooked until opaque and pink throughout to avoid foodborne illness. Do not overcook as they will become rubbery.
