Ingredients
– 8 ounces linguine pasta
– 1 pound shrimp, deveined and peeled
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon, juiced and zested
– 4 tablespoons olive oil
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Making Delicious Garlic Lemon Shrimp Linguine can be straightforward if you adhere to these simple steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the linguine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. Sauté the Garlic: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
3. Cook the Shrimp: Add the shrimp to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Add Lemon: Pour in the fresh lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine the mixture evenly.
5. Combine Pasta: Add the cooked linguine to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the garlicky shrimp mixture.
6. Check Consistency: If the pasta seems dry, add some reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
7. Finish and Garnish: Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and remaining olive oil. Adjust seasoning to taste.
8. Serve Immediately: Plate the pasta and shrimp, garnishing with additional parsley if desired.
Follow these steps to create a delicious meal that will surely impress all who have the privilege of enjoying it!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 25g