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Quick Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta


  • Author: Sarah

Ingredients

To create this exquisite Quick Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • Shrimp: 1 pound of large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Pasta: 12 ounces of your favorite pasta (linguine, fettuccine, or spaghetti work well)
  • Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
  • Lemon Juice: Juice of 2 lemons (approximately 1/4 cup)
  • Lemon Zest: Zest of 1 lemon
  • Fresh Dill: 1/4 cup of fresh dill, chopped
  • Butter: 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
  • White Wine or Chicken Broth: 1/2 cup
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste
  • Red Pepper Flakes: 1/4 teaspoon (optional, for a bit of heat)
  • Parmesan Cheese: 1/2 cup, grated (optional, for serving)
  • Fresh Parsley: 1/4 cup, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to prepare your Quick Lemon Dill Shrimp Pasta:

  1. Cook the Pasta:
    Begin by cooking your chosen pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Once cooked to al dente, drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the pasta water. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Shrimp:
    While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Cook the Shrimp:
    Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Make the Sauce:
    In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Pour in the white wine or chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir well to combine, allowing the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Combine Ingredients:
    Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, along with the chopped dill and cooked pasta. Toss everything together, making sure the pasta is well-coated in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Season and Serve:
    Season the dish with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Serve the pasta hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for garnish if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: one normal portion
  • Calories: 500
  • Fat: 20 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 55 grams
  • Protein: 30 grams