Fusilli with Shrimp and Peas
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and flavorful Fusilli with Shrimp and Peas recipe, a perfect harmony of fresh, zesty, and creamy notes! Tender fusilli pasta is tossed with succulent shrimp, sweet bursts of peas, and a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with bright lemon zest and juice. The dish is elevated with a dash of red pepper flakes for optional heat, fresh parsley for a pop of herbaceous flavor, and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a rich, cheesy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy pasta recipe is ideal for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it up with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine to turn this light and satisfying meal into a true Italian-inspired feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shrimp in a single layer and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Once the butter melts, add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until they are heated through.
Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the cooked fusilli pasta. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly. Add more pasta water if needed to create a light sauce.
Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
Serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.2 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.2 g | 221% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1043 mg | 348% | |
| Sodium | 5068 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.4 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 205.5 g | 411% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.3 mcg | 101% | |
| Calcium | 1650 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2396 mg | 51% | |
*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.
