Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Name: Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; 1 pound bucatini pasta; 1 to 1 1/2 pounds medium-size raw shrimp; freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons (1 oz) unsalted butter; 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil; 1 garlic clove; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 2 to 3 teaspoons (about the zest from one large lemon) fresh lemon zest; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese; 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4 servings
Calories
744 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Iris Warren

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This bright lemony pasta includes pan-seared shrimp, noodles, and a buttery garlic sauce. It's an easy weeknight meal that's on the table in just 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings

salt
1 pound bucatini pasta
1 to 1 1/2 pounds medium-size raw shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed
freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons (1 oz) unsalted butter
3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove minced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 to 3 teaspoons (about the zest from one large lemon) fresh lemon zest preferably organic
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice plus more to taste
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, divided
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves

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Instructions

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, according to package directions.
Meanwhile, rinse the shrimp then pat dry with paper towel. Lightly sprinkle the shrimp with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and warm the oil. Add the shrimp and cook on one side for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the shrimp and cook until almost cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes more.
Stir in the garlic and crushed red pepper and cook for about 30 seconds, being careful not to let the garlic brown or it will taste bitter. Stir in the lemon zest and juice.
Use tongs to grab the bucatini out of the pot and transfer it directly into the skillet with the shrimp. Before stirring, pour 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Toss everything well and allow the pasta to cook in the sauce for a few minutes.
Add the fresh parsley and toss to combine. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, and the remaining Parmesan cheese, to taste. Stir in a few tablespoons of pasta water while mixing everything together.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1portion Calories 744kcal (37%) Carbohydrates 90g (30%) Protein 43g (86%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Monounsaturated Fat 10g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 238mg (79%) Sodium 1175mg (49%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 744 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1portion
Calories	744kcal	37%
Carbohydrates	90g	30%
Protein	43g	86%
Fat	23g	35%
Saturated Fat	8g	40%
Monounsaturated Fat	10g	50%
Trans Fat	0.2g	10%
Cholesterol	238mg	79%
Sodium	1175mg	49%
Fiber	4g	16%
Sugar	4g	8%