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Spaetzle with Shrimp and Asparagus makes pasta night anything but boring
Spaetzle with Shrimp and Asparagus brings soft noodles, juicy shrimp, and crisp veggies into one bright and garlicky dish. It’s easy to make, fresh, and perfect for when you want something different without the effort.
Craving something fresh but filling? Spaetzle with Shrimp and Asparagus is the answer. This recipe is fast, full of flavor, and gives you that perfect mix of comfort and crunch. With garlic, cherry tomatoes, herbs, and a splash of white wine, it’s bold without being heavy.
Crave Bold Flavor with This Easy Spaetzle with Shrimp and Asparagus Dinner
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Spaetzle with Shrimp and Asparagus
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Dinner Recipes
- Method: Easy
Description
This quick and colorful dinner is packed with juicy shrimp, sweet cherry tomatoes, tender asparagus, and fresh herbs tossed with spaetzle, a soft, eggy pasta. It’s full of flavor and ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- Kosher salt
- 1 pound spaetzle
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 (12 oz) bags cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3 large garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 pound asparagus, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped
Instructions
- Boil a big pot of salted water.
- Cook the spaetzle until tender but still slightly firm, about 8–10 minutes.
- Drain and set aside in a large bowl.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the tomatoes, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
- Cook for about 2 minutes, just until the tomatoes soften a bit.
- Toss in the red pepper flakes and garlic.
- Cook for 30 seconds, just until you can smell the garlic.
- Pour in the wine and stir in the asparagus.
- Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Season the shrimp with the remaining salt and pepper.
- Add them to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and are cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in the basil, mint, and oregano.
- Pour the shrimp and veggie mixture over the cooked spaetzle.
- Toss everything together and serve warm.
Why You’ll Love It
This dish brings together buttery shrimp, sweet tomatoes, and springy spaetzle in a fresh, herby sauce. It’s simple, vibrant, and satisfying, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a casual dinner party.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Renee Matthee
You won’t believe how fast this shrimp and spaetzle dish comes together with big flavor.
This recipe combines tender spaetzle, juicy shrimp, crisp asparagus, and fresh herbs in a garlic wine sauce. It’s quick to make, full of flavor, and perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special.
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