Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Shrimp Boil Pasta, where succulent shrimp meet al dente pasta in a spicy, garlicky sauce. This dish captures the essence of a classic shrimp boil while providing all the comforting goodness of pasta. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, it’s quick to prepare and sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente.
- Sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add minced garlic and red onion; sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add shrimp: Toss in the shrimp and sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque (about 4-5 minutes).
- Incorporate tomatoes: Stir in halved cherry tomatoes; cook for an additional 3 minutes until softened.
- Combine: Drain pasta, reserving some cooking water. Mix pasta with shrimp mixture in the skillet, adding lemon juice and tossing well.
- Serve: Plate immediately and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 220mg