Capellini with Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes
Pasta

Capellini with Shrimp and Cherry Tomatoes

An express recipe for thin pasta with juicy shrimp, fresh cherry tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella. Ready in under 10 minutes for a delicious and flavorful dinner.

Prep⏱️ 10 min
Cook🔥 5 min
Servings👥 4 servings
Difficulty📊 Very Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

4 servings

4
  • 14 oz capellini or very thin spaghetti
  • 10.5 oz fresh shrimp
  • 7 oz cherry tomatoes
  • 5 oz buffalo mozzarella
  • Fresh basil
  • Mixed green herbs
  • Fresh spinach (optional)
  • 3 tbsp light tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

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Directions

  1. 1

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil

  2. 2

    Cook the capellini for exactly 3 minutes

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, cut the cherry tomatoes in half

  4. 4

    Sauté the shrimp in a pan with a little olive oil for 2-3 minutes

  5. 5

    Drain the pasta

  6. 6

    Mix the pasta, shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and light tomato sauce together

  7. 7

    Add the green herbs, basil, oregano, and spinach if desired

  8. 8

    Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper

  9. 9

    Add the buffalo mozzarella just before serving so it melts slightly

💡 Chef's Tip

Capellini cook very quickly in just 3 minutes. Buffalo mozzarella adds an incomparable creamy texture. Do not hesitate to add a little extra oregano for more fragrance. Spinach adds a delicious touch of green. For an intense seafood flavor, use high-quality shrimp.