Light and Delicious Shrimp and Linguine
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this vibrant and satisfying Light and Delicious Shrimp and Linguine recipe! Packed with tender linguine, succulent shrimp, and a flavorful garlic and red pepper flake-infused olive oil sauce, this dish strikes the perfect balance between light and indulgent. Finished with a bright splash of fresh lemon juice, a sprinkle of parsley, and optional Parmesan for a creamy touch, it’s a quick and easy seafood pasta perfect for busy nights. Ready in just 30 minutes and made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean-inspired shrimp pasta is both elegant and approachable—ideal for both casual family meals and entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Linguine pasta
- 1 lb Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pasta water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant (about 1 minute).
Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, flip, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat slightly and add the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the cooked linguine to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
Return the shrimp to the skillet and stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Toss until everything is evenly combined and heated through.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed. For an extra layer of flavor, sprinkle on grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve immediately with a garnish of fresh parsley and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.4 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1085 mg | 362% | |
| Sodium | 5055 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.0 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 169.1 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1094 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1995 mg | 42% | |
*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.
