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Minute Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Quick and Tasty Meal

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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a light yet satisfying Italian-inspired dish made with al dente spaghetti, juicy shrimp, and a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknights or entertaining with ease.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

12 ounces dried spaghetti or other long, thin pasta

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons butter

5 large garlic cloves, minced

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or more, to taste)

1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 large lemon, juice and zest

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (or more)

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until sizzling. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring, until just pink and cooked through. Remove from heat.
  4. Return skillet to medium heat. Add pasta and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water to shrimp mixture. Toss to coat, adding more pasta water as needed.
  5. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Transfer to a serving bowl or platter. Top with parmesan if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Swap shrimp for scallops, chicken, or salmon for variety.
  • Add spinach, cherry tomatoes, or zucchini for extra vegetables.
  • Use linguine or angel hair pasta instead of spaghetti.
  • Stir in a splash of white wine before tossing pasta for more depth.
  • For a creamy version, add heavy cream or cream cheese at the end.

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