Saffron-Infused Shrimp Linguine

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-18 · Updated 2026-04-18

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Plump shrimp simmered in a fragrant saffron tomato sauce, tossed with al dente linguine for a quick seafood dinner. This Italian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs linguine, shrimp, saffron threads for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, 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: 15 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz linguine
8 oz shrimp
1/4 tsp saffron threads
14 oz diced tomatoes
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 cloves garlic

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add 8 oz linguine and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Crush 1/4 tsp saffron threads with a pinch of sugar in a small bowl. Add 1/4 cup hot pasta water and set aside to steep.
Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz shrimp, cook for 2 minutes per side until pink, then remove and set aside.
Step 4: Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and simmer until reduced by half. Stir in 14 oz diced tomatoes and saffron liquid, then simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 5: Add drained linguine to the sauce along with 1/4 cup reserved pasta water, tossing to coat. Return shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until heated through.