Description
A simple and flavorful shrimp and garlic pasta dish that is quick to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti, parsley, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust red pepper flakes to control spiciness.
- Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: shrimp and garlic pasta