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Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta Recipe: A Cozy Weeknight Dinner

  • Author: Louna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A quick and easy garlic butter shrimp pasta perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Stir in cooked spaghetti, parsley, and lemon juice. Toss to combine.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh shrimp for best flavor.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
  • Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 200mg

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