Go Back
Delish Lemon Butter Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Delish Lemon Butter Garlic Shrimp Pasta

A quick and easy shrimp pasta recipe with a zesty lemon butter sauce.
No ratings yet
Rate This Yum Pin This Recipe For Later! Share The Yum On Facebook Print
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined fresh or thawed
  • 8 ounces spaghetti or any pasta of choice
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon juice and zest
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  • Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice, zest, and red pepper flakes. Add cooked spaghetti and toss to coat.
  • Remove from heat, sprinkle with parmesan cheese and parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish can be served with a side salad for a complete meal.