LEMON SHRIMP LINGUINE

Lemon Shrimp Linguine image

I like recipes with elegant taste and easy technique like this lemony shrimp pasta. Bring on the Parmesan and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. -Patty Walker, West Des Moines, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

12 ounces uncooked linguine
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 pounds uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled and deveined
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 small lemon, halved and sliced, optional
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

Cook linguine according to package directions. Drain and return to pot., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter and oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 15 seconds. Add shrimp, salt and pepper; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until shrimp turn pink. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and, if desired, lemon slices., Add to linguine. Sprinkle with parsley and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 267mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges