Garlic Prawn Lemon and Feta Spaghetti
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly flavorful, Garlic Prawn Lemon and Feta Spaghetti is a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece perfect for an easy yet elegant dinner. Featuring tender, succulent prawns sautéed in a garlicky butter and olive oil base, this dish is elevated with the tangy freshness of lemon zest and juice. Crumbled feta cheese provides a creamy, salty contrast that perfectly complements the delicate spaghetti, while a hint of red chili flakes adds just the right touch of heat. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served with a wedge of lemon for an extra burst of citrus, this quick 35-minute recipe is a dream for busy weeknights or delightful entertaining. Bursting with vibrant flavors and simple ingredients, this seafood pasta is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g spaghetti
- 400 g prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 100 g feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the prawns to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. Season the prawns with a pinch of salt and pepper. Remove the prawns from the skillet and set aside.
Using the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir to combine and melt the butter.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and red chili flakes to the skillet, stirring for 1 minute to develop the flavors.
Toss the drained spaghetti into the skillet with the lemon and butter mixture. If the pasta seems dry, gradually add small amounts of reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Return the cooked prawns to the skillet, gently tossing them with the spaghetti to warm through.
Transfer the pasta to serving plates and sprinkle each portion with crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, and additional chili flakes if desired.
Serve immediately with a wedge of lemon for extra zest, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.4 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.6 g | 183% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 931 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 3949 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.9 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 129.9 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.2 mcg | 76% | |
| Calcium | 720 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1444 mg | 31% | |
*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.
