Simplified Shrimp and Garlic Noodles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

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A light and flavorful dish featuring plump shrimp sautéed with garlic and herbs, tossed with simple noodles and a hint of lemon, ready in 30 minutes. This Italian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs linguine, olive oil, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 550 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz linguine
3 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp butter

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Instructions

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 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant and golden—do not brown.
Step 3: Add 1/2 lb peeled and deveined shrimp to skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside.
Step 4: Return skillet to medium heat, add 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer 1 minute until slightly thickened.
Step 5: Add drained linguine to skillet, tossing to coat with sauce. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley and 1 tbsp butter until melted. Return shrimp to skillet and toss to combine. Divide into bowls, top with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.