Garlic Shrimp Scampi
Garlic Shrimp Scampi recipe - simple to make, and takes little time as well - great for the days when the schedule is bursting with activities.
Servings: 4
Calories: 524kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta I used angel hair
- 1 lbs pre-cooked shrimp deveined and peeled if needed
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp basil or parsley chopped
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- salt/pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the box directions. Best to leave it al dente.
- In the meantime, melt the butter in medium/high heat. Add the shrimp and garlic, cook 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Add the lemon juice and finish cooking the shrimp until it's pink, which will take about 2 minutes.
- Once the pasta is cooked and drained, add it to a serving bowl. Stir in the olive oil, toss gently to coat {More olive oil may be needed}.
- Add the parmesan cheese.
- Pour the shrimp over the pasta and toss once more.
- Garnish with the basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Serving: 4Servings | Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 33g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 305mg | Sodium: 1036mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g