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Garlicky Shrimp Pasta with White Wine and Lemon

Garlicky Shrimp Pasta with White Wine and Lemon

This Garlicky Shrimp Pasta with White Wine and Lemon features a light sauce with garlic and fresh ingredients for a delightful dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 512.8 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large pan

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ pound spaghetti
  • Kosher salt
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined (thawed if frozen)
  • ½ medium red onion, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or 1 teaspoon Aleppo pepper)
  • 1 cup dry white wine (I used Pinot Grigio)
  • 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
  • handful chopped fresh parsley (about 1 packed cup)
  • 2 to 3 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • Black pepper
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Cook the pasta. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, salt generously and add the spaghetti. Cook according to package to al dente (about 9 minutes). Reserve a half cup of the starchy pasta cooking water before draining.
  • Meanwhile, cook the shrimp. In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the shrimp. Cook until pink on both sides, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the shrimp to a side plate for now.
  • Saute the aromatics. Add little more olive oil to the pan, if needed. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the onion, garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes (I used Aleppo-style pepper). Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the wine and scrape up any pieces of garlic and onions. Cook the wine for 1 minute to reduce, then add the lemon zest and juice.
  • Combine. Add the chopped parsley, tomatoes, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss about for about 30 to 40 seconds, then add the cooked pasta to the pan. Toss to coat, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water if needed to make a glossy sauce.
  • Finish and serve. Toss in the cooked shrimp and allow to warm through briefly, about 30 seconds. Remove the pasta from heat. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and more red pepper flakes or Aleppo pepper. Serve immediately!

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2 nights.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 512.8kcalCarbohydrates: 71gProtein: 35.3gSaturated Fat: 0.6gCholesterol: 285.8mgPotassium: 503.8mgFiber: 4.1gVitamin A: 586.4IUVitamin C: 18.2mgCalcium: 211.8mgIron: 4.1mg
Keyword dinner, Garlicky Shrimp Pasta, Lemon, pasta, Shrimp Scampi, White Wine
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