Route Planner Pasta with Lemon-Pepper Shrimp

Name: Route Planner Pasta with Lemon-Pepper Shrimp
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp; 1, zested and juiced lemon; 1 tsp freshly ground pepper; 2 tbsp, chopped chives; 1/2 tsp salt

A vibrant pasta dish where each ingredient acts as a navigational waypoint, featuring plump shrimp and zesty lemon in a garlicky olive oil base.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Pasta

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
12 oz, peeled and deveined shrimp
1, zested and juiced lemon
1 tsp freshly ground pepper
2 tbsp, chopped chives
1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3: Add 12 oz shrimp to the skillet, sprinkle with 1 tsp freshly ground pepper and 1/2 tsp salt, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque.
Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, 1 lemon's worth of juice, and the zest, tossing to coat the shrimp. Add drained spaghetti and toss vigorously for 1 minute until sauce clings to strands.
Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped chives. Serve immediately.