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    Easy Shrimp Linguine Recipe

    Published: Oct 28, 2024 Modified: Oct 28, 2024 by Jillian This post may contain affiliate link. This blog generates income via ads

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    This super easy Shrimp Linguine dish is SO flavorful! It's made with a buttery, garlic, lemon sauce that the whole family will love. The best part is it's done in 20 minutes. Perfect for those busy weeknight dinners!

    Shrimp and linguini in a skillet with a wooden spoon slotted inside and lemon slices scattered on top.

    This specific meal gives you tonsssss of leftovers, which I live for during the week!  Also, I used whole wheat linguine instead of flour.  I'm all about the whole wheat.  Not only is it better for you, but it makes me not feel as guilty when I go for that second helping 😉

    This recipe is seriously SO easy and super flavorful! The best part was that it was done in under 20 minutes. I know I am always looking for ways to get a healthy meal on the table during those busy weeknights. This is one of those meals that help make that happen. If you are looking for other quick and easy shrimp meals you have to try my Easy Air Fryer Shrimp and my Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta with Greek Yogurt!

    Table of contents

    • Ingredients for this recipe
    • Equipment for this meal
    • How to make this dish
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • How can the kids help
    • Tips and FAQ's
    • Other Shrimp Dishes you will also LOVE

    Ingredients for this recipe

    Here is a picture of the ingredients you will need to make this delicious juicy shrimp dish!

    Ingredients needed for this recipe with labels included.
    • 1 lb linguine - I like to use whole wheat, but you can your regular white linguine noodles if you prefer.
    • 4 tbsp. unsalted butter - I like to be in charge of the amount of salt that goes into my dishes which is why I always opt for unsalted, but feel free to use salted.
    • 5 cloves garlic - minced, to cut corners on the nights I just don't have the time I always have Spice World Minced Garlic in my fridge instead of using fresh, but by all means use fresh and mince it yourself if you've got the time.
    • 1 lb shrimp - peeled and deveined, I am not a fan of deveining shrimp so I buy the shrimp already deveined and sometimes already peeled.
    • ½ cup parsley - you can use fresh and mince it up yourself or you can purchase the spice and use that.
    • 2 lemons - from one lemon you will use all the juice and from the other lemon you will cut it in half and use the zest from one half and slice the other half into rounds.
    • salt and pepper - to taste
    • ½ cup parmesan cheese - grated
    • olive oil - added to the pan to help cook the garlic and melt the butter

    Equipment for this meal

    Here are some tools I used to whip this dish together perfectly!

    • Cast Iron Skillet or Large Non-Stick Frying Pan - you will need either of these cooking pans to cook your shrimp and garlic.
    • Pasta Pot - you will need a large pot to boil your pasta.
    • Tongs - I like using tongs to mix everything once it's all cooked. The tongs also help for easy plating.

    How to make this dish

    Step-by-step directions to make this delicious flavorful shrimp recipe.

    Step 1 - Bring a large pot of water and a dash of salt to a boil and add in your pasta. Boil for 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.

    Step 2 - Heat a large non-stick skillet to medium-low heat. Add in butter, oil, and garlic. Cook until your garlic is fragrant; about 5 minutes stirring occasionally so as to not let the garlic burn.

    Steps one and two of the cooking process to make this dish.

    Step 3 - Add in shrimp and cook until no longer gray if you bought uncooked or until heated through if you are using already cooked shrimp.

    Step 4 - Remove from the heat and add in parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and lemon rounds. Stir to combine.

    Steps 3 and 4 of the cooking process to make this dish.

    Step 5 - Add in your cooked pasta and parmesan cheese and mix well. Top with more parsley if desired.

    Step 5 in the cooking process to make this dish.

    Substitutions and Variations

    Linguine - the name of the recipe is linguine with shrimp, but if you can always swap it out for spaghetti. The two noodles are very similar.

    Unsalted Butter - if you are looking for a dairy-free meal then you can replace the butter with shortening, vegetable oil, or lard.

    Parmesan Cheese - again if you want to keep this dish dairy-free, you can either swap out the cheese completely or you can use 3 ingredients that when combined taste similar to parmesan cheese. Those three ingredients are cashews, nutritional yeast, and salt. 1 cup of cashews, 2 tbsp nutritional yeast, and ¾ tsp salt.

    How can the kids help

    I also say how much I enjoy cooking with my children. I do also strongly believe if they help make the dish then I believe they are more willing to eat the dish. Here are some ways you can include your kiddos when making this yummy shrimp dish.

    • Teach your child how to make pasta. It's a simple procedure that will be a life lesson!
    • Have your kiddo zest the lemon.
    • With assistance of course; have them melt the butter and oil before adding the shrimp.

    Tips and FAQ's

    How to store this dish.


    You can store this recipe in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    What if my pasta turns out dry?


    After you drain your pasta keep the water in the pot and if you feel your pasta is too dry at the end of the recipe add a little into your dish and mix well until it reaches the desired consistency.

    Try to use raw shrimp if possible.


    Using raw shrimp enhances the flavor even more. While the shrimp cook in the sauce they soak in all the flavors.

    Other Shrimp Dishes you will also LOVE

    • Fettucine and shrimp in a white bowl topped with grated parmesan and a slotted spoon on the side.
      Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
    • Birds eye view of bang bang shrimp in a cream colored bowl with fresh parsley scattered on top and a lemon placed next to the bowl.
      Bang Bang Shrimp Pasta with Greek Yogurt
    • Air fryer shrimp on a white plate on top of a white wooden board with slices of lemon on the side.
      Easy Air Fryer Shrimp
    • A birds eye view of shrimp scampi in a cream colored bowl with a wooden slotted spoon and a lemon slice
      Shrimp Scampi Recipe (without wine)
    Shrimp and linguini in a pan with a wooden spoon slotted in the side and lemon slices scattered on top.

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    Shrimp and linguini in a pan with a wooden spoon slotted in the side and lemon slices scattered on top.

    Easy Shrimp Linguine Recipe

    This super easy Shrimp Linguine dish is SO flavorful! It's made with a buttery, garlic, lemon sauce that the whole family will love. The best part is it's done in 20 minutes. Perfect for those busy weeknight dinners!
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 210kcal
    Author: Jillian Schneider

    Equipment

    • cast iron skillet
    • cutting board
    • large pot for boiling pasta
    • tongs

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
    • 1 lb linguine
    • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
    • 5 cloves garlic minced
    • ½ cup parsley diced, either fresh or seasoning
    • 2 lemons one lemon you will use all the juice and from the other lemon you will cut it in half and use the zest from one half and slice the other half into rounds
    • salt to taste
    • ground black pepper to taste
    • ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
    • 1 tbsp olive oil

    Instructions

    • Step 1 - Bring a large pot of water and a dash of salt to a boil and add in your pasta. Boil for 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    • Step 2 - Heat a large non-stick skillet to medium-low heat. Add in butter, oil, and garlic. Cook until your garlic is fragrant; about 5 minutes stirring occasionally to not let the garlic burn.
    • Step 3—Add the shrimp and cook until it is no longer gray if you bought uncooked or until heated through if you are using already-cooked shrimp.
    • Step 4 - Remove from the heat and add in parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, and lemon rounds. Stir to combine.
    • Step 5 - Add in your cooked pasta and parmesan cheese and mix well. Top with more parsley if desired.

    Notes

    How to store this dish.
    You can store this recipe in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    What if my pasta turns out dry?
    After you drain your pasta keep the water in the pot and if you feel your pasta is too dry at the end of the recipe add a little into your dish and mix well until it reaches the desired consistency.
    Try to use raw shrimp if possible. 
    Using raw shrimp enhances the flavor even more. While the shrimp cook in the sauce they soak in all the flavors.
    How can the kids help?
    • Teach your child how to make pasta. It's a simple procedure that will be a life lesson!
    • Have your kiddo zest the lemon.
    • With assistance of course; have them melt the butter and oil before adding the shrimp.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7.4g | Fat: 5.7g | Saturated Fat: 2.9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.4g | Cholesterol: 11.4mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 5mg | Fiber: 4.4g | Sugar: 1.4g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 10mg
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    Jillian is the creator of Jillian's Healthful Eats. She is the one who cooks all the meals, develops all the recipes, takes all the photographs, and washes all the dishes! She is a very busy wife and mother of 4 who enjoys cooking with her children and instilling in them her love for health and nutrition!

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