Quick Seafood Meals for Weeknight Dinner: Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the shrimp to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
4. Stir in the lemon zest and juice, cooking for an additional minute to combine the flavors.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until well combined and heated through.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley before serving.
7. Plate the pasta, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, and enjoy your quick seafood meal!