Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti: An Easy Delight for Busy Nights
A quick and flavorful Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti recipe perfect for busy weeknights.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cook until fragrant.
- Add the shrimp and cook until pink, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper, then add the lemon juice and parsley.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti in with the shrimp mixture until well combined.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Add more red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Use fresh parsley for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 200 mg
Keywords: Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti