Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe
This Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta recipe is a zesty and indulgent dish combining succulent shrimp, lemon, and garlic in a velvety sauce. The perfect blend of citrus and creaminess, this recipe makes a delicious weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes. A crowd-pleaser that’s both simple and full of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients
- Shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- Pasta (linguine or fettuccine)
- Garlic
- Lemon juice and zest
- Heavy cream
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Parmesan cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
- Parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Sauté garlic in butter and olive oil until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink.
- Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; let it simmer until thickened.
- Toss cooked pasta into the sauce, mix well, and season with salt and pepper.
- Top with grated Parmesan and parsley before serving.
Notes
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Adjust the creaminess by adding more or less cream based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg