Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe
Lemon butter shrimp over spaghetti with sauteed zucchini
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 500kcal
Cost: $$$
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. of shrimp cleaned
- 1 lb. spaghetti
- 2 medium zucchinis sliced
- ½ tsp. salt for shrimp
- ¼ tsp. black pepper for shrimp
- Pinch of salt for zucchini
- Pinch of black pepper for zucchini
- 4 cloves of garlic sliced
- 2 tbsp. Canola oil for zucchini
- 1/2 cup butter for shrimp
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice for shrimp
Instructions
Cooking the Spaghetti:
- Follow the package instructions to cook the spaghetti al dente (7-9 minutes). Strain pasta and place in a large bowl1 lb. spaghetti
Preparing shrimp:
- While the spaghetti is cooking, in a large skillet on high heat melt ¼ cup of butter.1/2 cup butter for shrimp
- When the butter is melted add the shrimp, garlic, salt, black pepper and lemon juice and saute until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes), mixing occasionally.2 lbs. of shrimp cleaned, ½ tsp. salt for shrimp, ¼ tsp. black pepper for shrimp, 2 tbsp. lemon juice for shrimp, 4 cloves of garlic sliced
Preparing the Zucchini and Spaghetti:
- While the spaghetti is cooking, in a clean skillet bring 2 tablespoons of canola oil to high heat.2 tbsp. Canola oil for zucchini
- Add the sliced zucchini and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Lower to medium heat and sauté until zucchini is browed (about 5-7 minutes), mixing occasionally.2 medium zucchinis sliced, Pinch of salt for zucchini, Pinch of black pepper for zucchini
To Serve:
- Place the spaghetti in the center of a bowl and drape the shrimp to one side and place the zucchini on the other side of the spaghetti. Pour the remaining sauce from the shrimp over the spaghetti.
Notes
Invent Your Recipe: You can mix up which vegetables you use with this dish. Green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, and brussel sprouts are all great options.
Nutrition
Calories: 500kcal