Description

Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a fast and flavorful dish featuring tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and a buttery garlic sauce with fresh lemon and herbs. It’s simple, elegant, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

12 oz linguine or spaghetti
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter (plus more as needed)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1–2 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
In the same skillet, add more butter if needed. Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and reserved pasta water. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.
Return the shrimp to the skillet. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until evenly coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh parsley and top with Parmesan if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.For a creamy variation, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream .Pre-cooked shrimp can be used—just warm them through at the end.Add cherry tomatoes, spinach, or mushrooms for extra veggies.Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 165mg