Last-Minute Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Spaghetti

Last-Minute Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Last-Minute Lemon Shrimp Pasta
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    95

A vibrant and zesty Lemon Shrimp Pasta, where perfectly cooked spaghetti meets succulent shrimp in a bright lemon-Parmesan sauce, finished with fragrant basil and sweet peas. A quick and delightful weeknight indulgence!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    91 g
  • Cholesterol
    98 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    30 g
  • Saturated Fat
    7 g
  • Sodium
    478 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    33 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 9 mins Add the spaghetti and cook according to package directions, about 9 minutes, until al dente.

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03 Step

Recipe View 3 mins In the last 3 minutes of cooking the pasta, add the shrimp to the pot. Cook until pink and opaque. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Drain the pasta and shrimp immediately, reserving about 1 cup of pasta water.

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05 Step

Recipe View 1 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt.

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06 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Add the drained spaghetti, shrimp, and peas to the bowl with the sauce. Toss gently to combine, adding a little reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.

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07 Step

Recipe View 1 mins Sprinkle with fresh basil and lemon zest. Toss again to distribute evenly. Serve immediately.

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Freshly grated Parmesan is highly recommended for the best flavor and texture.
Don't overcook the shrimp! They should be pink and opaque, but still tender.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your preference for desired tanginess.

Jacklyn Mccullough

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 31 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Kaden Johns

    Feb 18, 2025

    The lemon flavor is so bright and refreshing. Perfect for a light summer meal.

  • Ines Gottlieb

    Sep 3, 2024

    This recipe was so easy and delicious! My family loved it, and it's now a regular on our menu.

  • Vada Tillman

    Jul 11, 2024

    I didn't have fresh basil, so I used dried, and it still turned out great!

  • Eunice Baumbach

    Jul 4, 2024

    I added a little garlic to the sauce and it was amazing!

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