GNOCCHI WITH SHRIMP, ASPARAGUS, AND PESTO

Gnocchi With Shrimp, Asparagus, and Pesto image

Provided by Oolala

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 quarts water
1 tablespoon water
1 (16 ounce) package gnocchi, vacuum-packed such as Vigo- I have a frozen package from Trader Joe's
1 lb asparagus, about 4 cups, cut into 1 inch sticks
1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, coarsely chopped
1 cup basil leaves
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons garlic, minced, bottled is fine
4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a Dutch oven and then add the gnocchi; cook 4 minutes or until done (they rise to the surface).
Remove with a slotted spoon; place in a large bowl.
Add asparagus and shrimp to the pan; cook 5 minutes or until shrimp are done.
Drain and add the shrimp and asparagus to the gnocchi.
Combine the 1 tablespoons water, basil, and next 4 ingredients (through garlic) in a food processor; process until smooth, scraping sides.
Drizzle oil through food chute with processor on; process until well blended.
Add salt and basil mixture to shrimp mixture; toss to coat.
Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 175, Sodium 378.6, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 28

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