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Easy Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Parmesan & Peas

Easy Shrimp Scampi Pasta with Parmesan & Peas

A delightful and easy shrimp scampi pasta dish enhanced with Parmesan and sweet peas, perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz linguine pasta or spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup frozen peas thawed
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground, to taste
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the shrimp to the skillet and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the shrimp and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add the peas, reserved pasta water, remaining butter, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Add the cooked pasta and shrimp back into the skillet. Toss to coat and heat through for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Garnish with parsley before serving hot.

Notes

For a spicy kick, increase the red pepper flakes. Serve with a side of garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg