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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
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This easy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta combines tender shrimp, bright lemon, and aromatic garlic tossed with linguine or spaghetti for a quick, fresh, and flavorful weeknight dinner. Ready in under 30 minutes, it offers a perfect balance of zest, savoriness, and simplicity, ideal for seafood lovers or anyone looking to impress with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Shrimp and Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh or thawed shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 oz linguine or spaghetti pasta
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter

Flavorings and Seasonings

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional), a pinch

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
  2. Sauté the Shrimp: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink and opaque, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Create the Garlic and Lemon Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute, being careful not to burn it. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, then add the remaining tablespoon of butter to create a silky sauce.
  4. Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss everything gently, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
  5. Finish with Fresh Herbs: Turn off the heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the pasta. Toss once more to combine and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp for the best flavor and texture.
  • Do not overcook shrimp to avoid a rubbery texture; cook just until pink and opaque.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust the consistency of the sauce so it coats the pasta well.
  • Fresh lemon zest provides a brighter and more aromatic flavor compared to bottled lemon juice alone.
  • Cook garlic only until fragrant to prevent bitterness.

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Keywords: Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta, quick shrimp pasta, easy seafood pasta, weeknight dinner, lemon garlic pasta, shrimp linguine

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