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Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Linguine 2025 12 17 220042 150x150 1

Creamy Lemon Garlic Shrimp Linguine

A quick, elegant dish featuring shrimp in a rich creamy garlic sauce, ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz linguine
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the linguine in salted boiling water until al dente, reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30–60 seconds.
  4. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook 1–2 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp to a plate.
  5. Lower the heat, add heavy cream, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
  6. Toss drained linguine into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Return shrimp to the pan, toss to coat in the sauce, taste, and adjust seasoning.
  8. Plate the linguine, sprinkle with parsley, and add extra lemon zest if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Be careful not to overcook the shrimp; they can become rubbery. For a vegan option, use plant-based cream and substitute shrimp with mushrooms or chickpeas.

  • Author: soukaina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Find it online: https://spreadrecipes.com/creamy-lemon-garlic-shrimp-linguine/