Description
Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta is a delightful fusion of succulent shrimp and a rich, tangy lemon cream sauce, all tossed with al dente pasta. This dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also elevates any meal with its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, serve it alongside a fresh salad or garlic bread for a well-rounded dining experience that will impress family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
- 1 lb fresh shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp to the skillet, cooking until pink and opaque (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the creamy mixture, adding reserved pasta water if needed for desired consistency.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 210mg