Description
Zesty Lemon Shrimp Pasta is a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a vibrant meal. This quick and easy recipe features succulent shrimp and al dente pasta tossed in a bright lemon sauce infused with garlic and fresh herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish promises to impress without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by gathering everything on your counter.
- Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to boil, add pasta, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add flavors: Pour in lemon juice and toss to combine. Simmer briefly to meld flavors.
- Toss with pasta: Add cooked pasta and herbs to the shrimp mixture; toss gently until well coated.
- Serve hot: Plate while warm, garnishing with extra herbs or lemon wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg