Description
Mediterranean Shrimp Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in just 30 minutes. This quick weeknight meal features succulent shrimp sautéed with fresh garlic, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny Kalamata olives, all tossed with al dente linguine. Finished with a splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of parsley, this recipe is not only delicious but also healthy, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz linguine pasta
- 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the linguine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add shrimp, seasoning with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until shrimp is pink (about 3-5 minutes).
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Toss the cooked linguine into the skillet, squeezing fresh lemon juice over the top.
- Serve immediately garnished with chopped parsley and crumbled feta if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 280g
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or bell peppers into the dish. Adjust spice levels by increasing or decreasing red pepper flakes to suit your taste.