Shrimp Linguine
A quick and easy shrimp linguine recipe that brings together fresh ingredients in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Pasta and Shrimp
- 12 ounces linguine pasta
- 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined medium size preferred
Flavoring Ingredients
- 3–4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional) adds heat
- 0.5 whole lemon, zest and juice
- to taste salt and black pepper
- a handful chopped parsley (optional)
- to taste grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Boil water in a large pot for the linguine, adding a pinch of salt.
- Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Cooking
- Add shrimp to the pan and cook until they turn pink, flipping once.
- Add the lemon juice and red pepper flakes, mixing well.
- Toss the cooked linguine into the pan with the shrimp, adding a splash of pasta water to create a silky sauce.
- Season to taste with salt and black pepper before serving.
Serving
- Plate the shrimp linguine and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan, if desired.
Notes
Timing is key; watch the shrimp as they can overcook quickly. Save some pasta water for a better sauce consistency. Fresh parsley enhances the dish, and lemon adds brightness.