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Flavorful Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

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A quick and easy lemon garlic shrimp pasta with fresh spinach, perfect for a satisfying and fresh homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine pasta
  • 3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of spaghetti or linguine and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, pat dry 1 pound of peeled and deveined shrimp. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. When butter melts, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Add shrimp to the skillet in a single layer. Cook 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp from pan and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, toss in 3 cups fresh spinach. Stir for 1-2 minutes until just wilted. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if pan looks dry.
  6. Return shrimp to the pan. Add drained pasta, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss gently, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce and coat pasta evenly.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top if desired and toss once more. Serve immediately with extra lemon wedges.

Notes

Cook shrimp quickly to avoid rubbery texture. Add reserved pasta water gradually to achieve a silky sauce. Use fresh garlic and lemon zest for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter and Parmesan with olive oil and nutritional yeast.

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