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Healthy Prawn Fettuccine in a grey bowl.

Creamy Pesto Prawn Fettuccine

This Creamy Pesto Prawn Fettuccine is perfect for busy weeknights when you only have 20 minutes to whip up dinner! It's not only quick and easy to make but also made with nourishing ingredients, offering a well-balanced meal that's rich, creamy, and satisfying.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine Healthy
Servings 2 people
Calories 453 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g Fettuccine uncooked
  • 1/2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1/2 White Onion
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 160 g Cherry Tomatoes
  • 60 g Cream Cheese
  • 60 g Pesto
  • 150 ml Vegetable Stock
  • 150 g Prawns cooked or uncooked

Instructions
 

  • Boil fettuccine in salted water according to package instructions.
  • In the meantime, Finely chop white onion and mince garlic and sauté in olive oil until translucent. If using uncooked prawns, sauté until pink; then add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
  • Add cream cheese, pesto, and vegetable stock to the pan. Stir until smooth and creamy, allowing it to thicken for a few minutes.
  • If using pre-cooked prawns, add them to the pan now, letting them warm in the creamy pesto sauce.
  • Drain the cooked fettuccine and add into the pan, ensuring an even coating with the creamy sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley for a burst of freshness.

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Notes

Read the full blog post when making these Healthy and Easy Cottage Cheese Churro Donut Holes for extra tips along the way!
 
 
 
 
 
These nutritional values are provided as a guide only and may be different depending on your ingredients and measurements.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Creamy Pesto Prawn Fettuccine
Serving Size
 
1 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
453
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
22.8
g
35
%
Carbohydrates
 
40.7
g
14
%
Protein
 
20.9
g
42
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword 20 minute meal, Balanced Nutrition, Creamy Pesto Prawn Fettuccine, Easy Dinner, Healthy Recipe, Nourishing Ingredients, Nutrient-Rich, Prawns, Quick Meal, Restaurant-Quality, Wholesome Goodness
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