Cisco's Catch Pasta with Lemon Shrimp
A bright, zesty pasta dish inspired by Minnesota fishing lures, featuring succulent shrimp and fresh lemon flavors. This american-inspired pasta ready in about 45 minutes pairs linguine, olive oil, shrimp for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz linguine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz shrimp
- 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz linguine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 oz peeled and deveined shrimp, season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 3: Remove shrimp from skillet and set aside. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, cooking for 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup white wine, scraping up any browned bits, and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half.
- Step 5: Add 2 tbsp butter and 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley to the skillet, stirring until melted and combined. Return shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat.
- Step 6: Add drained linguine and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, tossing until the sauce coats the pasta evenly and becomes glossy, about 1 minute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cisco's Catch Pasta with Lemon Shrimp take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cisco's Catch Pasta with Lemon Shrimp?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep linguine from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco's Catch Pasta with Lemon Shrimp?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cisco's Catch Pasta with Lemon Shrimp for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cisco's Catch Pasta with Lemon Shrimp?
American pasta like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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The aroma while cooking this was absolutely heavenly.
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The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.