Description
One-Pot Shrimp Primavera is a creamy and colorful pasta dish made entirely in one pot for easy cooking and cleanup. Tender shrimp are simmered with fettuccine, fresh vegetables, and a smooth dairy based sauce that absorbs flavor as it cooks. This recipe delivers a balanced combination of comfort and freshness, making it ideal for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners. The vegetables stay vibrant, the shrimp remain juicy, and the sauce coats every strand of pasta beautifully for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Extra virgin olive oil
Red onion thinly sliced
Red bell pepper thinly sliced
Cherry tomatoes halved
Zucchini sliced into half moons
Yellow squash sliced into half moons
Fresh garlic minced
Fettuccine pasta
Water
Half and half
Dried oregano
Crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Shrimp peeled and deveined
Freshly grated Parmesan made with vegetarian rennet
Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until gently shimmering
2. Add red onion and bell pepper and cook while stirring until they begin to soften
3. Stir in cherry tomatoes zucchini and yellow squash and continue cooking until vegetables release moisture
4. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant without browning
5. Place uncooked fettuccine into the pot and pour in water and half and half
6. Season with oregano crushed red pepper flakes salt and black pepper then stir to separate pasta
7. Bring the mixture to a steady boil then reduce to a simmer while stirring occasionally
8. Cook until pasta is nearly tender and the sauce thickens naturally
9. Add shrimp evenly across the pot and gently press them into the sauce
10. Simmer until shrimp turn opaque and curl slightly
11. Remove from heat and stir in freshly grated Parmesan until melted and smooth
12. Let rest briefly then garnish with fresh basil before serving
Notes
Prepare all vegetables and shrimp before starting to cook to ensure smooth timing
Shrimp should be added near the end to avoid overcooking and to keep them tender
The sauce will continue to thicken slightly as the dish rests
Freshly grated cheese melts more smoothly than pre shredded options
Stir pasta gently to prevent breaking strands and to maintain a creamy texture
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main course
- Method: One pot cooking
- Cuisine: American