Description
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring succulent shrimp, zesty lemon, and aromatic garlic, perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- 2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, add shrimp. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side until pink and opaque.
- 3. Add Garlic and Spices: Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet with shrimp. Sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 4. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Return the cooked pasta to the skillet along with lemon juice and reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until well combined.
- 5. Taste Test and Adjust Seasoning: Adjust seasoning with salt or more lemon juice as desired.
- 6. Serve It Up: Plate your delicious creation and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 330g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: - Customize by adding fresh vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for added color and nutrition. - For extra flavor, consider using capers or adjusting red pepper flakes based on your spice preference. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on low heat with a splash of olive oil.