Shrimp and Pasta
Shrimp and Pasta is a delightful dish that combines succulent shrimp and perfectly cooked pasta in a savory garlic sauce. This recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds with zesty lemon and fresh herbs but also evokes cherished memories of family gatherings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make meal is sure to impress your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, deveined
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the shrimp by rinsing under cold water and patting dry.
- Boil salted water in a large pot; cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add shrimp and red pepper flakes; cook until shrimp turns pink (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in drained pasta, reserved pasta water, and lemon juice; toss until combined.
- Garnish with parsley, salt, and pepper. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg