gnocchi with pesto and shrimp

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Gnocchi with Pesto and Shrimp

This gnocchi with pesto and shrimp recipe is a surprisingly delicious combination of flavors. Use homemade gnocchi and (or) pesto for even better flavor!

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package gnocchi
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
5 ounces pesto, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided

Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook gnocchi in the boiling water until they float to the top, 2 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl using a slotted spoon; set aside.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add asparagus and garlic; sauté until asparagus is tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, 2 tablespoons pesto, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; sauté until shrimp are fully cooked and opaque, about 5 minutes. Add cooked gnocchi, asparagus, remaining pesto, and remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice; stir to combine.