Buttery Shrimp and Pasta

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Buttery Shrimp and Pasta dish, a quick and elegant recipe perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Tender linguine is coated in a luscious garlic butter sauce with a hint of red pepper heat, brightened by freshly squeezed lemon juice. Juicy, pan-seared shrimp take center stage, while grated Parmesan and fresh parsley add a finishing touch of richness and freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan meal is as comforting as it is impressive, making it a must-try for pasta and seafood lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces spaghetti or linguine
• 1 pound shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cups parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.5 cups pasta water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and then drain the rest.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, pat the shrimp dry with a paper towel and season them with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the lemon juice, remaining salt, and black pepper. Gradually add the reserved pasta water to the skillet, stirring to create a smooth sauce.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the buttery sauce.

Step 7

Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet and gently mix with the pasta.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the dish with grated parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan or parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1113.1 grams (1113.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1885

Total Fat 97.00g	124%
Saturated Fat 54.30g	272%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 1120mg	373%
Sodium 4148mg	180%
Total Carbohydrate 116.90g	43%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 3.20g
Protein 153.20g	306%

Vitamin D 811IU	4056%
Calcium 913mg	70%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1575mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.7%

Protein: 31.4%

Carbs: 23.9%