Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish made with sautéed shrimp, asparagus, tomatoes, and spaghetti tossed in a buttery garlic lemon sauce with parmesan.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 320kcal

Author Cathy Pollak

Equipment

measuring cups and spoons For the pasta water, seasonings, and lemon juice.
large pot For boiling the spaghetti.
large skillet - 3 quarts To cook the shrimp, vegetables, and finish the sauce.
Colander To drain the pasta.
cheese grater For freshly grated Parmesan, if using a block.
Knife For chopping asparagus, garlic, and parsley.

Ingredients

8 oz. dry spaghetti noodles
1/2 cup reserved pasta water
6 tbsps. butter divided
2 tbsps. olive oil
1 lb. raw, thawed large shrimp (15-20) peeled, deveined and tail on
1 cup chopped asparagus
6 cloves garlic minced
1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped, fresh parsley
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Instructions

In a large pot, boil the pasta according to package directions (about 8 minutes). While the pasta cooks, continue with the rest of the recipe. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set the pasta aside.
8 oz. dry spaghetti noodles, 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
In a skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter and the oil.
6 tbsps. butter, 2 tbsps. olive oil
Add the shrimp, asparagus, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, then flip the shrimp and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until they’re pink and cooked through.
1 lb. raw, thawed large shrimp (15-20), 1 cup chopped asparagus , 6 cloves garlic, 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes, 1/4 tsp. kosher salt, 1/4 tsp. black pepper
Add the remaining butter, cooked pasta, tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, parsley, Italian seasoning, lemon juice, and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined.
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped, fresh parsley, 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Notes

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