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Quick 15-Minute Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

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A fast and flavorful shrimp pasta dish with bright lemon and garlic, ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or quick dinners that don’t compromise on taste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, medium or large size
  • 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine (gluten-free or whole wheat optional)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Zest and juice of one medium lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil (about 4 quarts). Add 8 ounces spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking about 30 seconds until fragrant without browning the garlic.
  4. Add shrimp in a single layer and cook 2 minutes on one side, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes until pink and opaque. Remove skillet from heat.
  5. Stir in lemon zest and juice. If mixture seems dry, add reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce.
  6. Add drained pasta to skillet and toss with shrimp and sauce using tongs or a pasta fork. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Add more pasta water if needed.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Do not overcook shrimp to avoid rubbery texture. Reserve pasta water to create a silky sauce. Add lemon juice off heat to preserve brightness. For dairy-free, omit butter and Parmesan and increase olive oil. Red pepper flakes add subtle heat but are optional.

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