Light and Delicious Shrimp and Linguine

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and satisfying Light and Delicious Shrimp and Linguine recipe! Packed with tender linguine, succulent shrimp, and a flavorful garlic and red pepper flake-infused olive oil sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance between light and indulgent. Finished with a bright splash of fresh lemon juice, a sprinkle of parsley, and optional Parmesan for a creamy touch, it’s a quick and easy seafood pasta perfect for busy nights. Ready in just 30 minutes and made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean-inspired shrimp pasta is both elegant and approachable—ideal for both casual family meals and entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Linguine pasta
• 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Pasta water

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant (about 1 minute).

Step 4

Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, flip, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

Lower the heat slightly and add the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 6

Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

Step 7

Return the shrimp to the skillet and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Toss until everything is evenly combined and heated through.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed. For an extra layer of flavor, sprinkle on grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately with a garnish of fresh parsley and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1072.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2117.6

Total Fat 68.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 1084.8mg	0%
Sodium 5054.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 9.1g
Protein 169.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1094.5mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1995.4mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 37.9%