High Protein Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Elevate pasta night with this indulgent yet balanced High Protein Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta recipe! Featuring tender, juicy shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, this dish is packed with lean protein, making it a satisfying choice for active lifestyles. Whole wheat spaghetti adds a wholesome touch while absorbing the luscious lemony garlic butter for a perfect blend of flavors. Fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese elevate each bite with vibrant freshness and savory depth. Ready in under 35 minutes, this meal is ideal for busy weeknights yet refined enough for entertaining. Say goodbye to bland pasta and hello to a restaurant-quality dish you can whip up at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole wheat spaghetti
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the whole wheat spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt, then add the minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Add the lemon juice to the skillet and stir to combine. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and toss them in the garlic butter sauce.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the shrimp and garlic butter sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is well-coated.
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese.
Divide the pasta among serving plates and garnish with additional parsley and parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.9 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.1 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1021 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 3567 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 138.9 g | 278% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 859 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1781 mg | 38% | |
*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.
