Description
A quick and delightful shrimp pasta dish featuring vibrant flavors of garlic, tomatoes, and lemon.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces spaghetti or your choice of pasta
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about a minute until fragrant.
- Introduce shrimp to the skillet, cooking until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the shrimp mixture, adding parsley, lemon juice, and seasoning to taste.
- Toss everything together and serve immediately, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Use fresh shrimp and adjust spice levels based on preference. Optionally add fresh vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
