Dairy-Free Spaghetti with Garlic Shrimp
Satisfy your cravings for a flavorful and light pasta dish with this Dairy-Free Spaghetti with Garlic Shrimp recipe—a perfect choice for seafood lovers and those avoiding dairy. Tender spaghetti is tossed in a bright and zesty garlic-lemon sauce, complemented by juicy, perfectly cooked shrimp. Olive oil, fresh parsley, and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes add depth and freshness, creating a meal that's simple yet restaurant-worthy. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Serve this vibrant, dairy-free pasta hot, garnished with extra parsley for a touch of color and flavor—it's a delight for both your palate and your guests! Keywords: dairy-free spaghetti, garlic shrimp pasta, shrimp and lemon pasta recipe, quick seafood dinner, dairy-free recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti (dried)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 whole lemon (juiced)
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp parsley (chopped, fresh)
- 0.5 cup cooking water (reserved from pasta pot)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of cooking water before draining the pasta. Set the pasta aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring it does not burn.
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked.
Season the shrimp with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, stirring gently to combine.
Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the shrimp and stir to coat evenly.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water. Toss the pasta and shrimp together to coat the noodles in the garlicky lemon sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish and toss again to distribute.
Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley or a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 886 mg | 295% | |
| Sodium | 3251 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.6 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 154.6 g | 309% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2077 mg | 44% | |
*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.
