Healthy Shrimp Scampi Pasta
This quick and flavorful dish combines tender shrimp, whole wheat linguini, and a zesty garlic-lemon sauce for a balanced meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot for Boiling Pasta
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds shrimp peeled and deveined
- 12 ounces whole wheat linguini
- 2 tablespoons light butter like Earth Balance whipped
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil divided
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta cooking water
- 1/2 cup dry cooking liquid substitute white wine if desired
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2-4 tablespoons lemon juice plus extra wedges for serving
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil linguini according to package instructions, adding salt to the water. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until opaque, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and add remaining olive oil and butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in reserved pasta water and cooking liquid. Simmer until reduced by half, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add shrimp, remaining salt, and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss gently for 2-4 minutes until combined.
- Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges and extra cheese and parsley on the side.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.