Description
Lemon Fettuccine with Garlic Shrimp is a delightful pasta dish that combines the bright zest of lemon with creamy fettuccine and succulent garlic shrimp. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for date nights or family gatherings. With its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation, this dish will elevate any dining experience and leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined and peeled
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté garlic until fragrant (30 seconds), then add shrimp. Cook until pink (3-4 minutes).
- Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce and reserved pasta water to achieve desired consistency.
- Remove from heat, fold in Parmesan cheese until melted, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider mixing in vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes. - If desired, swap shrimp for chicken or use gluten-free pasta for a dietary variation.