Lemon-Dill Pasta with Shrimp

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Fresh pasta tossed with plump shrimp, lemon zest, and dill in a light garlic-herb sauce. This italian-inspired pasta ready in about 35 minutes pairs pasta, shrimp, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Step 3: Add garlic to skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in white wine and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half.
  4. Step 4: Return shrimp to skillet, add lemon zest, 2 tbsp dill, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Toss with drained pasta and add 1/4 cup reserved pasta water until sauce coats strands evenly.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Dill Pasta with Shrimp take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Lemon-Dill Pasta with 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 pasta from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lemon-Dill Pasta with 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 Lemon-Dill Pasta with 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 Lemon-Dill Pasta with Shrimp?

Italian 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.

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