Grilled Shrimp with Citrus Pasta

Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant Grilled Shrimp with Citrus Pasta, a perfect blend of zesty citrus flavors and smoky char-grilled shrimp. This easy-to-make recipe features tender shrimp marinated in a tantalizing mixture of lemon zest, orange zest, and fresh juices, then quickly grilled to perfection. Tossed with al dente pasta in a light and garlicky citrus-infused sauce, the dish achieves a beautiful balance of refreshing tang and savory richness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta is an ideal choice for a quick weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing dinner party dish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a must-have for lovers of seafood and bright, citrusy flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 4 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 12 ounces Dry spaghetti or linguine
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, orange zest, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon orange juice, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper.

Step 3

Toss the shrimp in the marinade and let sit for 10 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.

Step 4

Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 5

While the pasta cooks, thread the shrimp onto skewers (if using) and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and charred. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the remaining 2 garlic cloves until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with the reserved pasta water, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons orange juice, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Toss to combine.

Step 8

Season the pasta with additional salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Cook for 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.

Step 9

Remove the pasta from heat, plate it, and top with the grilled shrimp.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese (if using). Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1047.9 grams (1047.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2501

Total Fat 81.00g	104%
Saturated Fat 20.30g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 933mg	311%
Sodium 4149mg	180%
Total Carbohydrate 274.70g	100%
Dietary Fiber 13.40g	48%
Total Sugars 14.70g
Protein 177.50g	355%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 963mg	74%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 2293mg	49%

*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: 28.7%

Protein: 28.0%

Carbs: 43.3%