Description
A delightful dish combining vibrant flavors of lemon and garlic with tender shrimp and perfectly cooked pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti by boiling water in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and the spaghetti, cooking according to package instructions until al dente.
- Prepare a large skillet over medium heat and add butter to melt, creating a rich sauce.
- Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about one minute, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side until they turn pink and opaque, then remove from heat.
- Add lemon juice and zest to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Combine the drained spaghetti with the shrimp and sauce, tossing to coat well.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and avoid overcooking the shrimp.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: shrimp pasta, lemon garlic, quick dinner, Italian seafood, weeknight meal