One-Pan Lemon-Garlic Shrimp and Linguine

A bright, fast-cooking pasta dish with plump shrimp, fresh garlic, and a zesty lemon finish that's ready in under 25 minutes.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 12 oz linguine
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
• 1, zested and juiced lemon
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

1. 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 1/4 cup pasta water.
2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant—do not let the garlic brown.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque, stirring occasionally.
4. Step 4: Add the drained linguine to the skillet along with the reserved 1/4 cup pasta water, 1 lemon zested and juiced, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta evenly.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.