Scam Alert Shrimp Scampi
A zesty, garlic-packed shrimp dish that’s so fast and flavorful, it’ll make you forget about any 'scams'—just pure deliciousness. This Italian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs large shrimp, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb peeled and deveined large shrimp
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 8 oz linguine
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook 8 oz linguine until al dente, reserving 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 cloves minced garlic and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque, then remove shrimp and set aside.
- Step 4: Deglaze the pan with 1/4 cup dry white wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 2 minutes until reduced by half. Stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Return shrimp to the skillet, add drained linguine, and toss to coat. Add 1/4 cup reserved pasta water if sauce seems dry, cooking for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats pasta. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.








