Garlic Shrimp and Peas with Linguine

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Garlic Shrimp and Peas with Linguine recipe—a quick, flavorful pasta dish that combines tender linguine, sautéed shrimp, and sweet peas in a garlicky olive oil and lemon sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this dish is brightened by fresh parsley and finished with a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant meal that feels restaurant-worthy. Serve it as-is for a satisfying main course or pair it with a crisp green salad and crusty bread for a complete Mediterranean-inspired feast. Whether you're hosting guests or need a simple dinner idea, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Linguine
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 units Garlic cloves
• 1 lb Raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 1.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 1 cup Frozen peas (thawed)
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 0.5 cup Pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 3

Finely chop the garlic cloves and sauté them in the olive oil for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet, season with 1 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and the red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Transfer the cooked shrimp to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the thawed peas and cook for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.

Step 6

Return the shrimp to the skillet and stir to combine. Add the cooked linguine to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water, lemon juice, and parsley. Toss everything to coat evenly.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with remaining salt or additional pepper.

Step 8

Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Optionally, garnish with more parsley and a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1385.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2082.7

Total Fat 81.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 979.7mg	0%
Sodium 5906.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.0g
Protein 187.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1868.1mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 2618.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.1%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 29.0%