Garlic Lemon Shrimp Pasta

5 from 1 vote

This Garlic Lemon Shrimp Pasta is one of those dishes that feels quite impressive, yet it’s unbelievably simple to make. With plump, juicy shrimp coated in a buttery, lemony sauce, it’s a perfect balance of fresh citrus and umami flavor that comes together in just 15 minutes.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Course: Main Course, Pasta

Cuisine: pasta

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 581kcal

Author: Helen

Ingredients

½ cup butter
14 oz raw shrimp (Note 1)
4 cloves garlic crushed
4 lemons zest (Note 2)
2 lemons juice
8 tablespoon parsley finely chopped (Note 3)
1 teaspoon black pepper
14 oz pasta (Note 4)

To serve

Parmesan

Instructions

Cook the pasta in generously salted water according to packet instructions.
Meanwhile, place a large skillet over a medium heat and melt the butter.
Sauté the shrimp for a few minutes until opaque and set aside.
Add the garlic and fry for a minute or two until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, and black pepper.
Add the cooked pasta and cooked shrimp. Then toss until evenly coated in the lemon butter.
Serve immediately with freshly grated parmesan.

Notes

1. Shrimp – Raw shrimp are juicier, and have a fresher taste, but precooked shrimp also works and saves time.
2. Lemons – Choose ripe lemons for their balanced sweetness and bright citrusy flavor. Unripe lemons can be overly acidic.
3. Fresh parsley – Finely chopped parsley adds a light, herbaceous flavor that pairs perfectly with the lemon and garlic.
4. Pasta – Lemon butter sauce works beautifully with long pasta types like linguine, spaghetti, tagliatelle, or pappardelle, but feel free to use whichever type you prefer!

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