Pasta with Shrimp Scampi

Indulge in the perfect harmony of flavors with this Pasta with Shrimp Scampi recipe—a simple yet luxurious dish that combines tender shrimp, al dente spaghetti, and a vibrant garlic-butter sauce. Infused with the zing of freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest, and a splash of dry white wine, this recipe delivers a restaurant-quality meal in just 35 minutes. A touch of red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while fresh parsley and grated Parmesan (if desired) provide irresistible freshness and creaminess. Ideal for busy weeknights or an impressive date night dinner, this recipe serves four and pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or crusty bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 cup dry white wine
• 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp parsley, fresh and chopped
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season them with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the same skillet. Once the butter is melted, stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5

Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 6

Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat them in the sauce. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together, adding a bit of the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta and give it one final toss. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Step 8

Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1062.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1619.4

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 904.7mg	0%
Sodium 3780.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 4.4g
Protein 152.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1059.1mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1668.0mg	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: 28.9%

Protein: 39.7%

Carbs: 31.3%