Lemon Pasta with Shrimp
A vibrant dish of creamy pasta enveloped in zesty lemon and succulent shrimp, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, retaining a splash of the pasta water.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Stir in the lemon zest and juice, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet with the shrimp mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: You can prepare the shrimp and lemon sauce a few hours in advance. Combine everything just before serving for the freshest taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
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