Spaghetti with Lemon Shrimp

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Spaghetti with Lemon Shrimp recipe! Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with zesty lemon and a hint of red pepper heat, then paired with succulent, pan-seared shrimp for a restaurant-worthy meal. This easy seafood pasta dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings without compromising on taste. Fresh parsley and optional grated Parmesan add a touch of elegance, while reserved pasta water ensures a silky, light sauce that clings to every strand of spaghetti. Perfect for seafood lovers, this dish is a bright and satisfying way to impress your family or guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 whole lemon, juiced and zested
• 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti. Set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are pink and cooked through. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter to the skillet. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Let the mixture simmer for 1 minute to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the sauce. If the pasta seems dry, gradually add the reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss to combine with the pasta. Cook for 1-2 minutes until warmed through.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the pasta. Toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and grated parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1005.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1858.6

Total Fat 91.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 995.2mg	0%
Sodium 2954.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.0g
Protein 153.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 929.0mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1621.4mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 32.1%

Carbs: 25.0%