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Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta

This Lemon Garlic Parmesan Shrimp Pasta combines succulent shrimp, garlic, and zesty lemon for a quick and delicious meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
  • 1 lb shrimp (deveined)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook until pink and opaque (3-4 minutes per side).
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds before adding lemon juice.
  4. Reduce heat to low, add grated parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy.
  5. Drain pasta but reserve some cooking water. Toss pasta into the skillet with parsley, mixing until evenly coated.
  6. Plate your pasta immediately, garnishing with parsley or extra parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 22gFat: 18g

Notes

You can customize this dish by swapping shrimp for chicken or adding seasonal vegetables like asparagus or spinach for a fresh twist.

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