Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta: Easy Spinach Delight You’ll Love
This lemon garlic shrimp pasta with spinach is a delightful dish that combines fresh flavors and easy preparation, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Parmesan cheese for serving
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach and red pepper flakes, cooking until spinach is wilted.
- Combine the shrimp mixture with the cooked spaghetti and add lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a creamier version, you can add a splash of heavy cream.
- Feel free to substitute the shrimp with chicken or tofu for a different protein option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta, Spinach Pasta, Easy Shrimp Recipe