Shrimp and Pasta

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Shrimp and Pasta recipe—a perfect blend of tender shrimp, al dente spaghetti or linguine, and a luscious garlic-butter sauce enriched with zesty lemon and a hint of red pepper heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser combines simplicity and elegance, with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan adding vibrant pops of color and flavor. Whether you're entertaining guests or whipping up a quick meal for the family, this easy shrimp pasta dish is sure to impress. Serve it with a side of crusty bread and a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying Italian-inspired feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti or linguine
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 gallon water (for boiling pasta)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the shrimp to the skillet. Sprinkle them with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set them aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir in the lemon juice and the reserved pasta water (start with 1/2 cup and add more as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency). Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it in the sauce.

Step 7

Return the shrimp to the skillet and gently mix to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat everything through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Toss lightly to distribute.

Step 9

Serve immediately with extra grated Parmesan and lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4767.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1767.6

Total Fat 87.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1001.3mg	0%
Sodium 3228.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 3.5g
Protein 138.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 647.0mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 1665.6mg	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: 43.5%

Protein: 30.8%

Carbs: 25.7%