Description
Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that combines succulent shrimp with pasta, garlic, and a hint of lemon for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Pour in the white wine and lemon juice, and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti and parsley, mixing well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- Can substitute shrimp with chicken or vegetables for a different variation.
- Fresh lemon juice enhances the flavor significantly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg