Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta
21 September 2025
Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta
This Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta combines tender shrimp, ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil in a creamy, flavorful sauce. It’s a quick 30-minute meal that brings together simple ingredients for a restaurant-style pasta right at home. Topped with Parmesan and served warm, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
So, if all that sounds good to you, read on!
Why This Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta Belongs on Your Table
There’s something magical about the combination of tomatoes, basil, and shrimp, it’s light yet satisfying, simple yet elegant. This dish proves that with just a few fresh ingredients, you can create a pasta dinner that feels truly special.
3 Reasons You’ll Keep Coming Back to This Recipe:
Quick to Make – Dinner on the table in 30 minutes, without fuss.
Fresh and Flavorful – Juicy shrimp, sweet tomatoes, and fragrant basil bring the perfect balance.
Restaurant Vibes at Home – Creamy, comforting pasta that looks and tastes like a chef made it.
And the best part? You don’t need complicated steps or fancy tools—just a pan, a blender, and a handful of ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.
This isn’t just another pasta recipe. It’s the kind of meal you’ll cook once and then crave again the very next week.
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If this Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta hit the spot, you’re going to love these other delicious and easy pasta recipes from the blog. Each one brings something unique to the table, perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers.
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Quick and Easy Pasta Salad Recipe : A fresh, colorful salad perfect for summer BBQs, picnics, or meal prep.
No matter your pasta craving, there’s something here to inspire your next meal. Happy cooking!
Ingredients in Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta
Here’s what you need to make Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta:
Tomatoes: Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor. They’ll create a naturally sweet and rich sauce.
Onion: Adds depth and sweetness to the sauce when sautéed.
Garlic: Fresh garlic cloves bring out that classic Mediterranean taste.
Olive Oil: A drizzle of good-quality olive oil makes the sauce smooth and flavorful.
Tomato Paste: Just a teaspoon intensifies the tomato flavor and gives the sauce a beautiful color.
Shrimps: Go for medium to large shrimp, peeled and deveined. They cook quickly and pair perfectly with the creamy sauce.
Pasta: Tagliatelle, linguine, or spaghetti work best, but you can use your favorite pasta shape.
Pasta Water: Don’t skip this—it helps bind the sauce and pasta together, creating a silky finish.
Spices: A mix of salt, black pepper, paprika, chili flakes, and dried basil for seasoning.
Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan adds creaminess and a salty kick at the end.
Fresh Basil: Brings freshness and fragrance that ties the whole dish together.
How to make Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta
There’s a rhythm to this recipe that makes it so enjoyable to cook. The sizzle of onions and garlic in olive oil, the way ripe tomatoes soften and release their juices, and the fragrance of fresh basil filling the kitchen, it’s the kind of cooking that feels both effortless and comforting. While the pasta boils, the sauce comes together in the blender, transforming simple ingredients into something silky and vibrant.
Prepare the tomatoes and onion
Cut the tomatoes in half and place them cut side down in a hot pan with a drizzle of olive oil. Add a few onion slices as well.
Cook the pasta
While the tomatoes and onion are softening, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve some pasta water.
Make the tomato sauce
Sauté the tomatoes and onion until the skins start to peel off easily. Remove the skins, add salt and the tomato paste, and cook for another minute.
Transfer everything to a blender, add a little hot water, and blend until smooth. Season to taste.
Cook the shrimps
In a separate pan, heat a bit of olive oil. Add the shrimps, garlic, and spices. Sauté until the shrimps turn golden and slightly crispy on the outside.
Combine everything
Pour the tomato sauce over the shrimps and stir well. Add the pasta along with fresh basil leaves and toss until evenly coated.
Ready to Serve
Finish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a few basil leaves on top. Serve immediately and enjoy!
This Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta proves that with just a handful of fresh ingredients, you can create a meal that feels both comforting and a little special. The sweetness of tomatoes, the brightness of basil, and the tenderness of shrimp come together in a sauce that clings perfectly to every strand of pasta. It’s simple enough for a weeknight, yet elegant enough to serve when you want to impress.
So the next time you’re craving a quick pasta night, remember this recipe, it’s fresh, flavorful, and sure to become one of your go-to favorites. Don’t forget the final sprinkle of Parmesan and a few basil leaves on top for that restaurant-style finish.
I’d love to know what you think if you give this a try! 🙂 – Angie
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Tomato Basil Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
- 3 tomatoes halved
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp tomato paste
- 300 g shrimps peeled and deveined
- 250 g pasta tagliatelle, linguine, or spaghetti
- 2 ladles pasta water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
- Cut the tomatoes in half and slice the onion.
- Heat olive oil in a pan, place tomatoes cut side down with onion slices, and sauté until soft.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 2 ladles of pasta water.
- Peel tomato skins, add tomato paste and salt, then sauté briefly.
- Transfer tomatoes and onion to a blender, add a little hot water, and blend into a smooth sauce. Adjust seasoning.
- In another pan, heat olive oil, add shrimps, garlic, and spices. Cook until shrimps turn golden.
- Pour the blended tomato sauce over the shrimps and stir well.
- Add cooked pasta and fresh basil leaves, tossing everything together.
- Serve warm with grated Parmesan on top.
Notes
Calorie Breakdown (approximate)
- Tomatoes (3 medium, ~360 g) → ~65 kcal
- Onion (1 medium, ~110 g) → ~45 kcal
- Garlic (2 cloves, ~6 g) → ~10 kcal
- Tomato paste (1 tsp, ~6 g) → ~15 kcal
- Shrimps (300 g, raw) → ~240 kcal
- Pasta (250 g, dry) → ~870 kcal
- Olive oil (2 tbsp, ~27 g) → ~240 kcal
- Parmesan cheese (30 g) → ~120 kcal
- Spices & basil → negligible
Per Serving
If the recipe makes 3 servings:~535 kcal per serving If the recipe makes 2 larger servings:
~800 kcal per serving
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