Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi Pasta Recipe
A fresh and vibrant pasta dish featuring garlicky butter shrimp, tender asparagus, and al dente spaghetti tossed in a bright lemon herb sauce.
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Italian
Yield: 4 Servings
Dietary: ~
Ingredients
→ Pasta and Vegetables
01 1/2 lb spaghetti
02 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2″ pieces
→ Sauce Base
03 3 Tbsp unsalted butter, divided
04 3 Tbsp olive oil, divided
05 4 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 1/2 Tbsp)
06 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, or added to taste
→ Protein
07 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined (16-20 or 21-25 count)
→ Seasonings and Finishing
08 1 1/4 tsp fine sea salt, divided, plus more for cooking pasta
09 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground, or to taste
10 1 Tbsp grated lemon zest
11 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, from 1 large or 2 small lemons
12 1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
13 freshly grated parmesan, to serve
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