Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti Recipe: Quick and Indulgent Weeknight Delight
A delicious and easy garlic shrimp spaghetti recipe perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
- Toss in the cooked spaghetti and parsley, mixing well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can squeeze fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or tomatoes for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Garlic Shrimp Spaghetti, quick dinner, weeknight meal