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Shrimp Pasta with Garlic and Herbs

Shrimp Pasta with Garlic and Herbs prepared dish

This delightful shrimp pasta dish features succulent shrimp sautéed in garlic and fresh herbs, tossed with al dente pasta for a satisfying meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it combines vibrant flavors and a quick preparation time. Serve it with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese for an extra touch of richness!

This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 20 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include red pepper flakes, fresh parsley, parmesan cheese, shrimp.
  • Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
  3. Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine.
  5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss everything together until well coated.
  6. Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 480
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 50 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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