20-Minute Shrimp Lemon Herb Angel Hair
A light, zesty pasta dish perfect for summer evenings, featuring succulent shrimp, aromatic herbs, and a bright lemon sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant and golden.
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and opaque.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine and release those amazing aromas.
- Toss the cooked angel hair pasta with the shrimp and herb mixture in the skillet until everything is beautifully combined.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with more fresh herbs or a sprinkle of lemon zest if desired.
Notes
For a heartier option, serve with garlic bread or a side of grilled vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 150mg