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On the weeknights when I do not have the bandwidth for much cooking at all, I turn to recipes like this one. It takes less than 10 minutes to make (!!) and requires just a handful of ingredients.
Shrimp and pesto is such a good combination, and cherry tomatoes add pops of summer flavor and vibrant color. They’re actually the only ingredient requiring chopping in this recipe—everything else just goes straight into the skillet. A few fresh basil leaves on top are a great addition if you have some around, too.
Store-Bought Pesto = Easy Weeknight Cooking With Flair
There are so many store-bought options for pesto, you’re bound to have a favorite. Mine is the Vegan Kale, Cashew & Basil variety from Trader Joe’s, found in the refrigerated section near all of the other sauces and dips. They also have a shelf-stable pesto, but it’s got far less fresh herbal flavor. As a general rule I find that refrigerated pestos are the best ones to buy from any store.
Lots of other store-bought sauces will work well in place of pesto, too. If you’re a fan of olives, substitute tapenade. For a tangy herby option with a little spice, use chimichurri. For a tomato-y twist, go with sun-dried tomato pesto or romesco sauce. Even a little jarred marinara and an extra splash of olive oil will give you a tasty result.
![5-Ingredient Pesto Shrimp with Cherry Tomatoes in a Bowl Next to Cherry Tomatoes on a Vine](https://www.simplyrecipes.com/thmb/UG5Qwa_D5Ei2rFU5ICoEz4jhtwM=/5472x3648/Simply-Recipes-5-Ingredient-Pesto-Shrimp-LEAD-3-16a9caf760b346458721d50a06ffbd4f.jpg)
A Simple Method With Great Results
I told you this was an easy recipe, and I was not kidding! It comes together in three steps.
- Season your shrimp
- Sauté them in olive oil.
- Turn off the heat and add the pesto, tomatoes, and optional fresh basil. In less than 10 minutes, you’re done.
Garlic Bread Makes the Meal
I like to toast up some very simple garlic bread while the shrimp are cooking, in order to make this a full meal. I simply slice a baguette, lay out all of the slices on my toaster oven baking sheet, and let them go until they have a little golden brown color. Once they’re toasted, I rub each slice with a raw garlic clove, then drizzle on some olive oil. You can add a little flaky salt or parmesan cheese if you like.
And that’s it! Dinner is ready. Time to enjoy a glass of white wine alongside this meal and feel the summery vibes.
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5-Ingredient or Less Meals
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- 4-Ingredient Monkey Bread
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Cook the shrimp:
Season the shrimp all over with the garlic salt.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the shrimp. Let them sear on one side for about 1 minute, then flip them over and let sear on the other side for about 1 more minute, or until they’re pink and opaque all the way through, with a firm but tender texture. Turn off the heat.
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![Shrimp in the Stainless Steel Pan on the Stove for 5-Ingredient Shrimp Pesto With Cherry Tomatoes Recipe. Shrimp Facing Pan Is Pink.](https://www.simplyrecipes.com/thmb/M5HGoPUPqOx9ZnbT6b_5dOBbAp8=/5161x3441/Simply-Recipes-5-Ingredient-Pesto-Shrimp-METHOD-4-a97affecbedb4b8f847a13fa252258a4.jpg)
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Finish the dish:
Add the pesto and toss to combine. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with cherry tomatoes and basil, and serve right away, with French bread or garlic bread on the side.
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. I actually enjoy the leftover shrimp cold from the fridge!
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