Description
A delicious Garlic Herb Shrimp Pasta that’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or linguine)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the shrimp, cooking until they turn pink, about 2-3 minutes per side. Ensure not to overcook them. Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the shrimp.
- Combine Pasta and Shrimp: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the shrimp. Toss to combine. Drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and squeeze the lemon juice over the top. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve: Divide the pasta into servings and serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Notes
- To enhance flavor, marinate the shrimp in olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning for 30 minutes before cooking.
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of cream or a tablespoon of butter when mixing the pasta and shrimp.
- Adjust the level of red pepper flakes according to your preference for spiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg