Asparagus-Spinach Pesto Pasta with Blackened Shrimp

Name: Asparagus-Spinach Pesto Pasta with Blackened Shrimp
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: European, American, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb. (16 oz.) dried pasta (I used DeLallo whole wheat); 1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled and deveined; 2-3 Tbsp. blackening powder (use your favorite brand, or cajun seasoning, or this recipe here); 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts; asparagus-spinach pesto (see ingredients below); 1 bunch asparagus spears (about 1 lb), ends trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces; 3 cups baby spinach leaves, loosely packed; 4 cloves garlic, peeled; 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil