Pasta with Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic
Tender shrimp and garlic tossed with al dente pasta in a light, garlicky olive oil sauce. This seafood-inspired pasta ready in about 25 minutes pairs linguine, peeled and deveined shrimp, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 8 oz linguine
- 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2, juiced lemon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz linguine and cook for 8 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: Heat 4 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 12 oz shrimp to the skillet, season with 1/2 tsp salt, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
- Step 4: Add drained linguine and 2 tbsp reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss vigorously with 1/2 lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped parsley for 1 minute until sauce coats the pasta.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pasta with Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Pasta with Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic?
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 Pasta with Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic?
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 Pasta with Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic 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 Pasta with Sautéed Shrimp and Garlic?
Seafood 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
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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Great base recipe! I added a pinch of smoked paprika and it was even better.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 15-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
