Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta: An Easy Indulgence for Everyone
A rich and creamy pasta dish with succulent shrimp and a refreshing lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the linguine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat; add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the shrimp to the pan, cooking until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; stir until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper; garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Ensure shrimp are fresh for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta, shrimp pasta, lemon pasta