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garlic shrimp pasta

Garlic Shrimp Pasta

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This garlic shrimp pasta is a quick and flavorful Italian-inspired dinner you can make in 30 minutes. Juicy shrimp, fresh garlic, and perfectly cooked pasta are tossed in a light garlic butter sauce for a meal that’s both elegant and easy.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz 340 g linguine or spaghetti
  • 1 lb 450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup pasta water reserved from cooking pasta
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice optional
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large pot (for boiling pasta)
  • Large skillet
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Chef’s knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until just shy of al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove shrimp and set aside.
  4. Pour reserved pasta water into the skillet, stirring to emulsify with oil and garlic. Add the remaining butter and stir until melted.
  5. Return shrimp to the skillet, add pasta, and toss everything together for 1–2 minutes to coat.
  6. Sprinkle with Parmesan, parsley, and lemon juice if using. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 28gFat: 14g

Notes

For a creamy version, add ½ cup heavy cream before tossing pasta with shrimp.
Spinach can be added in the last minute for a nutrient boost.
Use fresh garlic for the best flavor — jarred garlic works in a pinch but tastes milder.

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