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Lemon Butter Shrimp Pasta


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Lemon Butter Shrimp Pasta is a delightful dish that brings together succulent shrimp and al dente pasta, all enveloped in a creamy lemony sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe combines fresh ingredients to create a vibrant meal that’s bursting with flavor. Serve it with a glass of chilled white wine for the ultimate dining experience.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz linguine pasta
  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add linguine and cook until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the shrimp: In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add shrimp and cook until pink, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Create the sauce: In the same skillet, melt another tablespoon of butter, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in lemon juice.
  4. Combine ingredients: Return shrimp to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce.
  5. Finish the dish: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and parsley over the pasta mixture, mixing well until creamy.
  6. Serve: Place portions on plates or bowls, drizzling any remaining sauce over them.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg